1953: BANGKOK, THAILAND

James Thompson frequently visits Thai families involved in Siam's vibrant new industry. His company has achieved remarkable success, attracting interest from New York interior decorators, French fashion designers, and South American textile houses. Thompson inspects looms producing materials for the London production of The King and I, a hit musical set in Siam. These traditional looms create silk of a quality that surpasses modern methods.

Who are some of the international clients interested in James Thompson's silks?

• New York interior decorators

• Japanese architects

• Italian chefs

• Australian musicians

What is the significance of the looms Thompson inspects?

• They are used to make silk for local markets only.

• They are exclusively for producing silk for export.

• They are the most modern looms available.

• They are used to produce silk for a famous musical.

What is the setting of the musical 'The King and I'?

• Japan

• Siam

• China

• India

How long has 'The King and I' been playing on Broadway?

• One year

• More than two years

• Three years

• Six months

What distinguishes the silk produced by the traditional looms?

• It is cheaper than modern silk.

• It is more colorful than modern silk.

• It is unmatched in quality by modern methods.

• It is produced faster than modern silk.