Loy Krathong Reading Comprehension

Loy Krathong festival is celebrated during the new moon period of the 12th lunar month.

• True

• False

A krathong is made from plastic materials and synthetic flowers.

• True

• False

The word 'loy' in Thai means 'to float'.

• True

• False

People float krathongs to pay respect to Phra Mae Khongkha, the water goddess.

• True

• False

The act of floating krathong has no symbolic meaning about letting go of negative emotions.

• True

• False

Loy Krathong festival is celebrated in which lunar month?

• 10th lunar month

• 11th lunar month

• 12th lunar month

• 1st lunar month

What materials are used to make a traditional krathong?

• Plastic and artificial flowers

• Clay and paper

• Banana tree trunk and leaves

• Wood and metal

What does the word 'loy' mean in Thai?

• To make

• To float

• To pray

• To celebrate

People float krathongs to pay respect to whom?

• Sun god

• Moon goddess

• Rain goddess

• Water goddess, Phra Mae Khongkha

What does the act of floating krathong symbolize?

• Asking for wealth and fortune

• Letting go of anger, sadness and bad luck

• Praying for good harvest

• Celebrating new year