Social Studies Quiz - Grade 3

Which Thai holiday is celebrated on April 13–15 with water splashing?

• Loy Krathong

• Songkran Festival

• Visakha Bucha Day

• Coronation Day

What do we celebrate on August 12?

• Father’s Day

• Mother’s Day

• Loy Krathong

• Songkran Festival

Which festival involves floating decorated baskets on the river to pay respect to the Goddess of Water?

• Makha Bucha Day

• Loy Krathong

• Songkran

• National Children’s Day

What is the name of the local shadow puppet artist from Khon Kaen province?

• Sangwan Phongpaew

• Achirawich

• Athipakorn

• Ngod Salakphet

Which of the following is an important Buddhist holiday in Thailand?

• Christmas

• Visakha Bucha Day

• Halloween

• Thanksgiving

What do Thai people traditionally do at temples on Buddhist holy days?

• Dance and sing loudly

• Offer food to monks and make merit

• Play games

• Watch movies

What is the name of the local herbalist from Trat province?

• Sangwan Phongpaew

• Achirawich

• Athipakorn

• Ngod Salakphet

What is the main role of monks in the community?

• To farm rice

• To teach religion and guide people to do good deeds

• To collect taxes

• To make laws

Which activity do monks usually do in the morning?

• Go shopping

• Go on alms rounds to collect food

• Watch television

• Play sports

Why are the elderly important in the community?

• They share wisdom and traditions

• They give punishments

• They play games every day

• They are always busy traveling