The Water Festivals of Southeast Asia: Songkran and Beyond - Exam
- 1. What is the main purpose of Songkran in Thailand?
A) To honor military heroes
B) To celebrate the Thai New Year and water blessings
C) To mark the end of the rice harvest
D) To celebrate the start of the monsoon
- 2. During Songkran, what is commonly poured over people?
A) Water
B) Rice
C) Oil
D) Milk
- 3. In which country is the festivals of Pi Mai celebrated?
A) Laos
B) Cambodia
C) Vietnam
D) Malaysia
- 4. Which animal is often seen during Songkran parades?
A) Elephants
B) Horses
C) Camels
D) Bulls
- 5. What is a traditional food often enjoyed during the water festivals?
A) Fried chicken
B) Sticky rice
C) Sushi
D) Tacos
- 6. Which month does Songkran typically take place?
A) February
B) December
C) January
D) April
- 7. What is a common activity during the festivities of Songkran?
A) Dancing with fire
B) Eating spicy food
C) Sacrificing animals
D) Water fights
- 8. Which other water festival is celebrated alongside Songkran in Myanmar?
A) Chinlone
B) Thadingyut
C) Tavoy
D) Thingyan
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