M1 Geography of Thailand

The highest peak in Thailand is __________, with a height of 2,565 meters.

• Doi Suthep

• Doi Tung

• Doi Inthanon

• Phu Kradueng

The fertile plains of Central Thailand are often called the __________ of Asia.

• Breadbasket

• Rice Bowl

• Grain Field

• Food Basket

Thailand’s northeastern region is known as the __________ Plateau.

• Shan Plateau

• Tibetan Plateau

• Korat (Khorat) Plateau

• Deccan Plateau

As people move to cities for jobs, new __________ and condominiums are developed, especially around Bangkok.

• factories

• shopping malls

• housing projects

• schools

The highest levels of tourism in Thailand’s southern region are found in provinces such as __________ and Songkhla.

• Chiang Mai

• Phuket

• Khon Kaen

• Ayutthaya

Which physical factor makes Central Thailand especially suitable for rice farming?

• Sandy soil from the Korat Plateau

• Chao Phraya Alluvial Plain with fertile soil

• Mountain slopes with cooler temperatures

• Coastal mangrove forests

Why are industrial estates like Mab Ta Phut important for Thailand’s economy?

• They provide farmland for rice

• They focus on tourism and fishing

• They are near raw materials and support industries such as petrochemicals

• They are mainly for government buildings and offices

Which region is known for industry and seaports such as Chonburi and Rayong?

• North

• Northeast

• East

• South

What is a major challenge for Thailand’s economy in the global market?

• Too much reliance on fishing

• Competition from China

• Lack of fertile soil

• Overproduction of oil

Which international agreement is Thailand part of to protect endangered species?

• Kyoto Protocol

• CITES

• Ramsar Convention

• ASEAN Charter