BDC Malaysia Day Quiz

When was the Federation of Malaysia formed?

• 16 Sep 1963

• 31 Aug 1957

• 22 July 1963

• 16 Sep 1957

In what year did Malaysia win its last Thomas Cup?

• 2000

• 1984

• 1992

• 1967

Answer explanation

The Malaysian badminton team beats traditional rival Indonesia in 1992.

The Malaysian coat of arms features which animal?

• Lion

• Elephant

• Tiger

• Tapir

What is the name of the Royal Malaysian Police regiment made up almost entirely of Orang Asli?

• Senang Praaq

• Semai Praaq

• Senoi Praaq

• Semai Perak

Answer explanation

Considered one of the finest jungle fighting forces, they were a key element in the fight and eventual victory against communist insurgents during the Emergency

How many petals does the national flower have?

• 4

• 5

• 6

• 7

Answer explanation

The red of the petals symbolizes the courage, life, and rapid growth of the Malaysian, and the five petals represent the five Rukun Negara of Malaysia.

The Kadazan people are an ethnic group native to which state?

• Kelantan

• Pahang

• Sabah

• Sarawak

Answer explanation

The Kadazans are an ethnic group indigenous to the state of Sabah in Malaysia. They are found mainly in Penampang on the west coast of Sabah

When is Sarawak Independence Day?

• 31 Aug 1957

• 22 July 1963

• 31 Aug 1963

• 16 Sep 1963

Answer explanation

Sarawak Independence Day is the official independence day celebrated on 22 July annually, celebrating its self-governance and independence on 22 July 1963. It was gazetted as Sarawak public holiday in 2016.

Which is the longest river in Malaysia?

• Gombak River

• Pahang River

• Rajang River

• Kinabatangan River

Answer explanation

Rajang River in Sarawak is Malaysia’s longest river with a length of 563 kilometres.

Where was the independence of Malaya first announced?

• Dataran Merdeka

• Padang Pahlawan

• Stadium Merdeka

• Padang Merbok

Answer explanation

Tunku Abdul Rahman announced Malaya's independence at Padang Pahlawan, Bandar Hilir in Malacca on 20 Feb 1956.

The official ceremony was only held on 31 Aug 1957 at Stadium Merdeka

Which building in Malaysia was built with a structure which could withstand snowy conditions?

• A-Famosa-Fort

• Kellie's Castle

• Sultan Abdul Samad Building

• KL Railway Station

Answer explanation

The historical building was built in 1910 and it dutifully served as the nation's main railway hub until 2001.

Interestingly, when the British built the station, they requested that the building include snow gutters and a roof that could withstand up to six feet of snow.