SMB International Friendship Day Quiz

When is International Friendship Day celebrated globally?

• First Sunday of August

• First Monday of September

• 30th of August

• 30th of July

Answer explanation

International Friendship Day is celebrated globally on the 30th of July. This date was officially recognized by the United Nations in 2011 to promote friendship among peoples.

What does "ASEAN" stand for?

• Association of South Eastern Nations

• Association of the Southeast Asian Nations

• Association of South American Nations

• Association of South English and American Nations

Answer explanation

"ASEAN" stands for "Association of the Southeast Asian Nations," which is the correct choice. The other options incorrectly refer to different regions or combinations of nations.

How many countries are in ASEAN?

• 5

• 6

• 7

• 10

Answer explanation

ASEAN, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, consists of 10 member countries: Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Brunei, Vietnam, Laos, Myanmar, and Cambodia.

Which country is not under ASEAN?

• Thailand

• Philippines

• Myanmar

• India

Answer explanation

India is not a member of ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations), while Thailand, Philippines, and Myanmar are all member countries.

ASEAN was founded because...

• The Southeast Asian countries were very friendly with one another

• Promote more friendships amongst the Southeast Asian peoples

• Maintain peace and stability in a politically turbulent region

• World peace

Answer explanation

ASEAN was founded primarily to maintain peace and stability in a region marked by political turbulence, making this choice the most accurate. While promoting friendships is important, the core aim was stability.

Identify the countries in Southeast Asia shown on the map.

a

b

c

d

e

f

g

h

Philippines

Myanmar

Vietnam

Cambodia

Laos

Indonesia

Thailand

Brunei

Match the following countries with their flags

• Vietnam

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• Myanmar

• 
• Brunei

• 
• Thailand

• 
• Cambodia

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What is Cambodia's national dish?

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What is the Thingyan Water Festival known for?

• Celebrating the Burmese New Year

• Celebrating the Festival of Light

• Celebrating the Harvest Season

• Celebrating the Winter Solstice

Answer explanation

The Thingyan Water Festival is primarily known for celebrating the Burmese New Year, marking the transition to the new year with water festivities and cultural traditions.

What is Mohinga?

• A type of dessert

• A breakfast dish made of fish-based soup with rice noodles

• A spicy curry

• A type of bread

Answer explanation

Mohinga is a traditional Burmese breakfast dish consisting of a fish-based soup served with rice noodles, making it a unique and flavorful start to the day, unlike the other options listed.