History
The name Myanmar was formally known as
What is Burma?
Myanmar has this type of government
What is a military dictatorship?
Who was Aung San?
Most popular religion in the country
What is Buddhism?
This common dish in Myanmar was brought over from Indian culture
What is curry?
This European colonial power historically controlled Burma
What is Great Britain / United Kingdom?
Drafted by the military, this Myanmar government element takes inspiration from the United States
What is the constitution?
Notorious prime minister, general, and president of Burma
Who was Ne Win?
What is mohinga?
These events are considered an auspicious rite and are treated very seriously, seen as destiny in religion
What are weddings?
Lots of Myanmar historically were part of this empire
What is the Khmer empire?
An essential part of power politics in Myanmar, this event involves the swift capturing of a government by an external force
What is a coup d’etat?
Also known as Htet Htet, popular hip-hop vocalist in Myanmar
Who is Bobby Soxer?
Most followed branch of religion in the country
What is Theravada Buddhism?
In Myanmar culture, death usually requires a “ferry toll.” What is placed in a dead person’s mouth for this process?
What is a kudoga? (coin)
Administrative capital
The United States has a president and its own bicameral legislature called the Congress. Myanmar‘s version of this is called what?
What is the parliament?
Burmese diplomat, third secretary general for the United Nations
Who was U Thant?
This type of religious building is extremely common in this country
What is a pagoda?
This Burmese celebration ushers in the Lunar New Year
What is the Thingyan?
What is Yangon?
What is socialism?
English musician born in Yangon, studied at Cambridge and produced three studio albums
Who was Nick Drake?
Burmese traditional orchestra
What is hsaing-waing?
This MMA sport is the most common in Myanmar and is traditional to the region
What is Lethwei?