History
Where is Burma/Myanmar located
Southeast Asia
What is the most common religion?
Buddhist
What is Myanmar covered with?
Mountains rangers, coastal plains and river valleys
What is the capital of Burma?
Naypyidaw
Who was the founder of SHS MSA?
Eli Nipa
When did they get their independence?
1948
What types of foods are commonly eaten?
Mohinga, nangyi thoke, tea leaf salad
What 2 countries is it located between?
Thailand and Bangladesh
What is the traditional make-up called?
Thanakha
Who is the current Prez?
Niang Lun
What is the most recent major even?
The military coup
What are the names of all traditional sports?
ChinLone, Myanmar Thaing, and boat racing
What are the names of the major mountains?
Arakans Mountains and Shan Plateau
What can traditional makeup be used for?
Cosmetic purposes or to protect their skin
Who are our 3 advisors?
Ms. Mawi, Ms. Tial, and Ms. Par
What were the 2 countries that invaded and took over?
The Mongolian & British
What is the biggest ethnic group?
Bamar
What is the most important river in Myanmar?
Irrawaddy River
What is the Shwedagon pagoda made up of?
Gold, diamond and gems
What are the 4 Houses called?
Paduk, Thazin, Ingyin, Taungzalat
Who were the first to settle in that land?
Indo- Aryans
Name all major ethnics
Kachin, Kayin, Kayah, Chin, Mon, Bamar, Rakhine, and Shan
What is Myanmar famous for?
Pagodas
What gem is Burma known for?
Rubies
Who are all the board members, and what are their positions?
Prez - Niang Lun
Secretary - Cing San
Treasurer - Van Hlu
Asst Secretary - Ni Par
Asst Treasurer - Mang Si