Food
What Vietnamese dish is made of beef broth, rice noodles, and herbs?
Phở
What long country in Southeast Asia is shaped like the letter “S”?
Vietnam
What is the biggest Vietnamese holiday?
Tết /Lunar New Year
How do you say “hello” in Vietnamese?
Xin chào
What sport is the most popular in Vietnam?
Soccer/Football
What crispy Vietnamese sandwich uses a French baguette?
Bánh mì
What is the capital city of Vietnam?
Hanoi
What animal dance is commonly seen during Tết?
Múa lân / Lion dance
How do you say “thank you” in Vietnamese?
Cảm ơn
What vehicle is most common on Vietnamese streets?
Motorbikes/scooters
What is the most popular cold drink in Vietnam
Cà phê sữa đá/ Vietnamese iced coffee
What southern city is also known as Saigon?
Ho Chi Minh City
What do families put inside red envelopes given to children during Tết?
Lì xì / Lucky money
What phrase means “Oh my God!” in Vietnamese?
Trời ơi!
What is the traditional Vietnamese hat made from palm leaves called?
Nón lá / Vietnamese conical hat
What noodle dish is famous in Huế and known for being spicy?
Bún bò Huế/spicy Vietnamese beef and pork noodle soup
What natural landmark is famous for emerald water and limestone islands?
Vịnh Hạ Long / Ha Long Bay
What 5-fruit offering is placed on the ancestral altar during Tết?
Mâm ngũ quả /Five-fruit tray
What do terms like “anh,” “chị,” and “em” show when speaking to someone?
Age-based respectful address
What traditional Vietnamese outfit is worn for events and photoshoots?
Áo dài /Traditional Vietnamese long dress
What dish includes grilled pork, vermicelli noodles, fresh herbs, and fish sauce (famous in Hanoi)?
Bún chả/ noodles with grilled meat
What coastal place is famous for beaches and the Dragon Bridge?
Đà Nẵng / Da Nang
What tradition determines the first person to enter the home for good luck during the new year?
Xông đất / xông nhà / First-footing for good fortune
What modern slang phrase means “OMG that’s crazy/exaggerated” and is popular online?
U là trời — Dramatic “OMG” slang
What nighttime activity involves young people driving around celebrating national victories?
Đi bão , Street celebration/“storming the streets”