THAILAND

Geography

100

Thailand is located in which continent?

Asia

200

Name the 4 countries that border Thailand.

Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar (Burma), Cambodia

300

What are some landforms that can be found in Thailand?

mountains (North), 

plateau (Northeast), 

plains (central), 

beaches, islands (south)  

400

Name a body of water near Thailand.

Andaman Sea or Gulf of Thailand

500

Describe the climate of Thailand.

hot - (March to May), 

cool (November to February), 

rainy (June to October)

Food/Clothing

100

Name 2 ingredients commonly used in Thai food. 

-  glass noodles

- nappa (Chinese cabbage) 

- galangal

- brown rice

- lemon grass

- coconut milk

- Thai red curry paste

200

Name and/or describe a popular dish eaten in Thailand.

-  Tom Yum Goong (Spicy Shrimp Soup)

- Khao Pad (Fried Rice)

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- Gaeng Keow Wan Kai (Green Chicken Curry)

300

What is a silk shoulder cloth that is worn across the chest called?

sabai

400

What is the Thai name for a cloth worn around the lower body that resembles a long skirt?

pha nung

500

What is a lower body wrap-around cloth that resembles pants?

chong kraben

Religion

100

What is the religion most commonly practiced in Thailand?

Buddhism

200

In which country did Buddhism start? (Buddha or Siddhartha Guatama lived here) 

India

300

Almost every Buddhist male becomes what to practice Buddhism?

A monk

400

What do monks wear?

orange-yellow robes, barefoot or simple sandals, shaved head

500

What do you call the temple compound that has many buildings where monks and other people gather?

wat

Holidays/Sports

100

What is the national sport of Thailand?

Muay Thai

200

During which holiday do Thais celebrate the beginning of the Thai New Year (with a lot of WATER)?

Songkran

300

Where does the name Sepak Takraw come from?

The name is a combination of the Malay word "Sepak" (to kick) and the Thai word "Takraw" (rattan ball).

400

Can you describe 3 traditional activities that we should do at Songkran?

These activities are primarily held in the mornings, focusing on merit-making, respect, and spiritual cleansing. 

• Song Nam Phra (Bathing the Buddha): Devotees pour fragrant water over Buddha statues at temples and in public spaces (like shopping malls) to wash away bad luck and bring good fortune.
• Rod Nam Dam Hua (Respect to Elders): A key ritual where young people pour scented water into the palms of their parents and grandparents to pay respect and receive blessings for the new year.
• Merit-Making and Temple Visits: Many families start their day at the temple, offering food to monks and bringing offerings to gain spiritual merit.
• Sand Pagoda Building: Locals bring sand to temples to create sand pagodas (chedis), which are decorated with colorful flags and flowers. This tradition represents returning the sand that was carried out on their shoes throughout the year.
• Spring Cleaning: Before the festival, people cleanse their houses, schools, and offices to drive away bad luck and start the year fresh.
• Releasing Fish/Birds: A practice of charity and mercy, where captive birds or fish are released to bring luck. 

   

500

Can you name 5 Thai sport heroes?

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Misc. Facts

100

What is traditional clothing called?

chut thai

200

What is the national elephant of Thailand?

elephant

300

What do the colors of the Thailand flag represent? (red, white, blue)

red: land and its people

white: religion (Buddhism)

blue: monarchy (royal family) 

400

How do you say "hello" in the Thai language?

pronounced: 

sa-wad-dee

500

Describe the "wai" (how people in Thailand greet each other) 

-press palms of hands together

-bow slightly forward