Thailand's Escape from Colonialism

What was the primary reason for the widespread colonization of non-European nations?

• To gain political power

• To spread European culture

• To escape European conflicts

• To expand trade routes

Why was Thailand considered a strategic buffer state?

• It was a major trade hub

• It had a strong military presence

• It was located between British and French colonies

• It was rich in natural resources

What was one of the key reforms introduced by King Chulalongkorn to avoid colonization?

• Establishing a new religion

• Building a large navy

• Modernizing the political system

• Forming alliances with other Asian countries

What was the Pak-Nam incident?

• A diplomatic meeting between European powers

• A cultural exchange program

• A military conflict between the French and Siamese

• A trade agreement between Siam and France

How did the Pak-Nam incident affect British trade?

• It led to new trade routes

• It negatively affected trade

• It had no impact on trade

• It boosted trade significantly

What was a significant outcome of the Pak-Nam incident?

• Siam gained new territories

• France established a blockade

• A new trade agreement was signed

• Siam declared war on Britain

What role did Siam play in World War I?

• It allied with Germany

• It provided financial support to the Allies

• It declared war on Germany and Austria-Hungary

• It remained neutral

What was a major reform in Siam that pleased Western powers?

• Forming a new military alliance

• Expanding the agricultural sector

• Building new temples

• Adopting the Gregorian calendar

How did Siam's participation in World War I benefit the country?

• It formed new alliances with Asian countries

• It secured a place in the peace conference

• It received financial aid

• It gained new territories

What was the ultimate outcome of Siam's efforts to avoid colonization?

• It formed a union with neighboring countries

• It was divided between France and Britain

• It became a British colony

• It transitioned to a constitutional monarchy