- 1. What is the capital of Terengganu state in Malaysia?
A) Kuala Terengganu
B) Penang
C) Kota Kinabalu
D) Johor Bahru
- 2. Which river flows through Kuala Terengganu?
A) Brantas River
B) Sungai Klang
C) Mekong River
D) Terengganu River
- 3. Which landmark in Kuala Terengganu is known for its crystal mosque?
A) Taj Mahal
B) Islamic Civilization Park
C) Petronas Towers
D) Angkor Wat
- 4. In which region of Malaysia is Kuala Terengganu located?
A) East Coast
B) South Region
C) North Region
D) West Coast
- 5. Which Sultan ruled Terengganu from 1942 to 1979 and is known for his contributions to modernize the state?
A) King Arthur
B) Sultan Ismail Nasiruddin Shah
C) Cleopatra
D) Genghis Khan
- 6. What is the traditional craft of weaving used to create intricate designs on clothing and home decorations in Terengganu?
A) Origami
B) Songket
C) Pottery
D) Stained Glass
- 7. What is the traditional martial art practiced in Terengganu known for its graceful movements and focus on self-defense?
A) Judo
B) Taekwondo
C) Sumo
D) Silat
- 8. Which fruit is popular in Terengganu and is often used in traditional dishes and desserts?
A) Durian
B) Banana
C) Grapes
D) Apple
- 9. Which Malaysian state does Kuala Terengganu share its northern border with?
A) Johor
B) Perak
C) Kelantan
D) Selangor
- 10. What is the traditional game in Terengganu that involves spinning a top to knock down opponents' tops?
A) Football
B) Basketball
C) Chess
D) Gasing
- 11. Which historical district in Terengganu is known for its traditional Malay houses and cultural heritage?
A) Kreuzberg
B) Shibuya
C) Kampung Cina
D) Times Square
- 12. What is the main mode of transportation in Kuala Terengganu?
A) Train
B) Car
C) Bicycle
D) Ferry
- 13. Which body of water does Kuala Terengganu border?
A) South China Sea
B) Indian Ocean
C) Andaman Sea
D) Strait of Malacca
- 14. What is the name of the historical palace in Terengganu where the sultans used to reside?
A) Forbidden City
B) Buckingham Palace
C) Versailles Palace
D) Istana Maziah
- 15. Which of the following is a popular tourist attraction in Kuala Terengganu?
A) Batu Caves
B) Petronas Twin Towers
C) Crystal Mosque
D) Langkawi Sky Bridge
- 16. What is the official language spoken in Kuala Terengganu?
A) English
B) Chinese
C) Malay
D) Tamil
- 17. What is the currency used in Kuala Terengganu?
A) Singapore Dollar
B) Malaysian Ringgit
C) Philippine Peso
D) Thai Baht
- 18. What is the colloquial abbreviation for Kuala Terengganu?
A) KTL
B) KT
C) KTN
D) KTU
- 19. How far is Kuala Terengganu from Kuala Lumpur?
A) 600 kilometres (373 mi) southwest
B) 440 kilometres (270 mi) northeast
C) 300 kilometres (186 mi) southeast
D) 500 kilometres (310 mi) northwest
- 20. What is the title awarded to Kuala Terengganu on 1 January 2008?
A) Bandaraya Warisan Pesisir Timur (East Coast Heritage City)
B) Bandaraya Warisan Pesisir Barat (West Coast Heritage City)
C) Bandaraya Warisan Pesisir Utara (North Coast Heritage City)
D) Bandaraya Warisan Pesisir Air (Waterfront Heritage City)
- 21. What was the population of Kuala Terengganu in 2010?
A) 406,317
B) 375,424
C) 450,000
D) 500,000
- 22. What was the population of Kuala Terengganu in 2020?
A) 375,424
B) 400,000
C) 350,000
D) 406,317
- 23. What is one theory regarding the origin of the name Terengganu?
A) 'Terang bintang', meaning 'bright star'
B) 'Terang bulan', meaning 'bright moon'
C) 'Terang laut', meaning 'bright sea'
D) 'Terang ganu', meaning 'bright rainbow'
- 24. What did the hunters from Pahang find that led to the name 'taring anu'?
A) A big animal claw
B) A big animal fang
C) A big animal tail
D) A big animal horn
- 25. What did the hunters reply when asked where they sourced their riches?
A) From the land of taring anu
B) From the land of terang bulan
C) From the land of terang bintang
D) From the land of terang laut
- 26. Which beach is a popular attraction in Kuala Terengganu?
A) Batu Buruk Beach
B) Pantai Puteri Beach
C) Pantai Merdeka Beach
D) Pantai Redang Beach
- 27. What is the name of the market in Kuala Terengganu?
A) Pasar Besar Ipoh
B) Pasar Besar Kuala Lumpur
C) Pasar Besar Johor Bahru
D) Pasar Besar Kedai Payang
- 28. Which Chinese dynasty did the state of Tan-Tan send tributes to?
A) Sui dynasty
B) Ming dynasty
C) Tang dynasty
D) Qing dynasty
- 29. Under whose dominance did Tan-Tan cease sending tributes to China?
A) Srivijaya
B) Majapahit
C) Malacca Sultanate
D) Aceh Sultanate
- 30. Which Chinese writer mentioned Tan-Tan in the Sui dynasty?
A) An unnamed Chinese writer
B) Zhou Qufei
C) Chau Ju-Kua
D) Zhao Rugua
- 31. Which Chinese historical book written by Zhou Qufei mentioned Teng-ya-nu?
A) Lingwai Daida
B) Book of Han
C) Zhu fan zhi
D) Records of the Grand Historian
- 32. Which dynasty did Terengganu come under after the fall of Srivijaya?
A) Malacca Sultanate
B) Aceh Sultanate
C) Johor Sultanate
D) Majapahit
- 33. Which two powers were vying for control of the Malay Peninsula in the 15th century?
A) Aceh Sultanate and Johor Sultanate
B) Majapahit and Ayutthaya Kingdom
C) Srivijaya and Malacca Sultanate
D) Portuguese and Malacca Sultanate
- 34. Which sultanate prevailed in the 15th century, influencing Terengganu?
A) Majapahit
B) Malacca Sultanate
C) Ayutthaya Kingdom
D) Aceh Sultanate
- 35. Which sultanate briefly influenced Terengganu in the early 17th century?
A) Aceh Sultanate
B) Portuguese
C) Malacca Sultanate
D) Johor Sultanate
- 36. In which century did the Aceh Sultanate briefly influence Terengganu?
A) 18th century
B) 17th century
C) 15th century
D) 16th century
- 37. Which sultanate regained influence over Terengganu in the late 17th century?
A) Johor Sultanate
B) Malacca Sultanate
C) Aceh Sultanate
D) Portuguese
- 38. In which year was the Sultanate of Terengganu established?
A) 1708
B) 1750
C) 1808
D) 1725
- 39. Where was Tengku Omar based during the civil war?
A) Kuala Berang
B) Balik Bukit
C) Bukit Puteri
D) Bukit Keledang
- 40. In what year did Tengku Omar reclaim the throne?
A) 1840
B) 1831
C) 1837
D) 1839
- 41. When did Kuala Terengganu achieve city status?
A) 16 December 1996
B) 18 January 1979
C) 18 September 2014
D) 1 January 2008
- 42. What type of products are factories located further away from the main city areas in Kuala Terengganu known for producing?
A) Art and craft items
B) Bricks or timber products
C) Textiles
D) Local food products
- 43. What type of climate does Kuala Terengganu have?
A) Tropical rainforest climate
B) Desert climate
C) Temperate climate
D) Mediterranean climate
- 44. Which transport service in Kuala Terengganu is not as extensive as in Malacca and Penang?
A) Bus services
B) Bicycle-sharing system
C) Trishaw services
D) Taxicab services
- 45. What percentage of Kuala Terengganu's population identified as Muslim in 2010?
A) 85%
B) 96.9%
C) 90%
D) 95%
- 46. Who estimated the population of Kuala Terengganu in the 19th century?
A) James Brooke
B) Charles Brooke
C) Thomas John Newbold
D) Sir Stamford Raffles
- 47. Which of the following is not a function of Kuala Terengganu City Council (MBKT)?
A) Managing national defense
B) Town planning and beautification
C) Waste removal and management
D) Public health and sanitation
- 48. What is the token fare for a ride on the Bas Bandar or Town Bus in Kuala Terengganu?
A) Free for all
B) MYR2
C) RM50
D) MYR1
- 49. What is the popular name for the water taxis that operate on the Terengganu River?
A) Kuala Terengganu boats
B) Bot penambang express
C) Terengganu ferries
D) Bot penambang
- 50. Which company provides the public bicycle-sharing system in Kuala Terengganu?
A) Catch
B) Gojek
C) Grab
D) oBike
- 51. Which language is widely spoken and understood in Kuala Terengganu besides Terengganu Malay?
A) Teochew
B) Kelantanese
C) English
D) Mandarin
- 52. Which of the following districts is not under the jurisdiction of Kuala Terengganu City Council (MBKT)?
A) Marang
B) Setiu
C) Kuala Terengganu
D) Kuala Nerus
- 53. Which of the following is not a district administered by Kuala Terengganu City Council (MBKT)?
A) Setiu
B) Kuala Nerus
C) Kuala Terengganu
D) Marang
- 54. What is the prevailing wind direction during the southwest monsoon season?
A) Easterly
B) Southwesterly
C) Northeasterly
D) Northwesterly
- 55. Which airline brings passengers to Mecca during the hajj season?
A) Firefly
B) AirAsia
C) Malaysia Airlines
D) Malindo Air
- 56. Which industry is NOT mentioned as a major sector in Kuala Terengganu's economy?
A) Textile making
B) Tourism
C) Automobile manufacturing
D) Local food industries
- 57. What was the population of Kuala Terengganu when it was managed by the Kuala Terengganu Town Board in 1979?
A) Around 100,000 people
B) Over 300,000 people
C) Around 53,300 people
D) Under 50,000 people
- 58. What is the typical wind speed during the southwest monsoon season?
A) Above 30 knots
B) Below 15 knots
C) Below 10 knots
D) 20 to 30 knots
- 59. What is the typical temperature range at night in Kuala Terengganu?
A) Warmer than daytime
B) Much colder than daytime
C) The same as daytime
D) Slightly cooler than daytime
- 60. What was the estimated number of Arabs and their descendants in Kuala Terengganu in the 19th century?
A) None
B) Hundreds
C) A few
D) A considerable number
- 61. What is the primary purpose of trishaws in Kuala Terengganu today?
A) Daily commuting
B) Cargo transport
C) Tourist attraction
D) School transport
- 62. What is the primary mode of transportation for tourists to Nor Arfa batik outlet?
A) Bicycle
B) Trishaw
C) Tourist bus
D) Taxicab
- 63. Which of the following is NOT a chief export commodity from Kuala Terengganu?
A) Cotton goods
B) Gold
C) Coffee
D) Gambier
- 64. What was the population of non-Malaysian citizens in Kuala Terengganu according to the 2010 Census?
A) 3,000
B) 4,326
C) 6,000
D) 5,000
- 65. What is one of the main trading commodities for Kuala Terengganu?
A) Rice
B) Opium
C) Tin
D) Cotton goods
- 66. What was the population of Chinese residents in Kuala Terengganu according to the 2010 Malaysian Census?
A) 20,000
B) 8,000
C) 15,000
D) 11,617
- 67. What language do most Indians in Kuala Terengganu speak?
A) Teochew
B) Hokkien
C) Mandarin
D) Tamil
- 68. What significant event occurred in Kuala Terengganu in August 1883?
A) A fire that destroyed many buildings including the Green Palace
B) A flood that destroyed many buildings
C) A typhoon that destroyed many buildings
D) An earthquake that destroyed many buildings
- 69. Which languages do the Chinese of Kuala Terengganu primarily speak?
A) Teochew
B) Hokkien
C) Cantonese
D) Mandarin
- 70. What is the color of the livery for the BAS.MY buses?
A) Blue
B) Green
C) Vibrant pink
D) Yellow
- 71. What percentage of Kuala Terengganu is made up of lowlands?
A) 60% to 70%
B) Less than 50%
C) 50% to 60%
D) More than 70%
- 72. When was Kuala Terengganu Municipal Council established?
A) 1 January 1985
B) 1 January 2008
C) 16 December 1996
D) 18 January 1979
- 73. Which religion is practiced by all Malays in Kuala Terengganu?
A) Buddhism
B) Christianity
C) Islam
D) Hinduism
- 74. When was Kuala Terengganu first designated as a local government area?
A) 1928
B) 1950
C) 1979
D) 1985
- 75. Which bus route under the BAS.MY initiative is known as the City Feeder?
A) T40
B) T20
C) T30
D) T100
- 76. In which year did Terengganu fall under British administration through the Bangkok Treaty?
A) 1957
B) 1941
C) 1963
D) 1909
- 77. Which bus route under the BAS.MY initiative connects Kuala Terengganu to Marang Terminal?
A) T30
B) T20
C) T50
D) T100
- 78. Which ethnic group had the largest population in Kuala Terengganu according to the 2010 Malaysian Census?
A) Malays
B) Indians
C) Non-Malaysian citizens
D) Chinese
- 79. Which body convenes at Wisma Darul Iman in Kuala Terengganu?
A) Federal Court
B) Supreme Court
C) High Court
D) Legislative Assembly
- 80. What type of public transport is gradually replacing pedestrian-pulled rickshaws in Kuala Terengganu?
A) Bicycles
B) Buses
C) Trishaws
D) Taxis
- 81. Which ethnic group in Kuala Terengganu had a population of 643 according to the 2010 Census?
A) Other Bumiputras
B) Non-Malaysian citizens
C) Chinese
D) Indians
- 82. Which of these commodities was imported to Kuala Terengganu?
A) Rice
B) Gold
C) Tin
D) Pepper
- 83. What is a common agricultural activity in the lowlands of Kuala Terengganu?
A) Vineyards
B) Palm oil tree plantations
C) Soybean farming
D) Wheat farming
- 84. Which service in Kuala Terengganu offers fare exemptions for students, seniors, and persons with disabilities?
A) Trishaw services
B) Taxicab services
C) Bas Bandar or Town Bus
D) BAS.MY initiative
- 85. What is the average annual rainfall in Kuala Terengganu?
A) 2,911 millimetres
B) 4,000 millimetres
C) 3,500 millimetres
D) 1,500 millimetres
- 86. What is the flat monthly pass cost for unlimited rides on the BAS.MY initiative?
A) RM50
B) RM70
C) Free
D) RM30
- 87. How many Chinese people were estimated to be in Kuala Terengganu in the 19th century?
A) 400
B) 1,000
C) 800
D) 600
- 88. Which of the following is a major population center in Kuala Nerus?
A) Hulu Terengganu
B) Gong Badak
C) Marang
D) Setiu
- 89. What event led to the British bombarding Kuala Terengganu?
A) The Sultan's refusal to surrender the ex-Sultan to the British
B) The Sultan's support for the British
C) The Sultan's alliance with the Siamese
D) The Sultan's declaration of independence
- 90. What was one of the chief export commodities from Kuala Terengganu?
A) Tin
B) Rice
C) Opium
D) Cotton goods
- 91. What is the primary reason for the decline in trishaw numbers in Kuala Terengganu?
A) Rapid urbanisation
B) High operational costs
C) Government regulations
D) Lack of tourists
- 92. What type of forests line certain parts of the rivers in Kuala Terengganu?
A) Swamp forests
B) Coniferous forests
C) Rainforests
D) Deciduous forests
- 93. What geographical feature characterizes the eastern part of Terengganu district?
A) Desert plains
B) Sandy coastal beaches
C) Mountain ranges
D) Lush rainforests
- 94. Which religious group had the same percentage as Hindus and Sikhs in Kuala Terengganu according to the 2010 Census?
A) Muslims
B) Non-religious
C) Christians
D) Buddhists
- 95. What is the fare exemption age range for students on the BAS.MY initiative?
A) 7–17 years
B) 6–16 years
C) 5–15 years
D) 10–18 years
- 96. Which of the following is a traditional industry in Kuala Terengganu?
A) Automobile manufacturing
B) Pharmaceuticals
C) Textile making
D) Information technology
- 97. What is one of the economic sources for Kuala Terengganu?
A) Oil refining
B) Tourism
C) Mining
D) Automobile manufacturing
- 98. Which route offers a scenic view of the coastline and villages to Kuala Terengganu?
A) East-West Highway 4
B) Second East–West Highway 185
C) Federal Route 3
D) East Coast Expressway (LPT) E8
- 99. What is the effect of lush forest trees and plants on the mountain and rural areas?
A) Increased humidity
B) Cooled the areas
C) No effect
D) Heated the areas
- 100. What was the area covered by Kuala Terengganu Municipal Council when it was established?
A) 39,890 hectares
B) 5.4 square miles
C) 60,528 hectares
D) 18,712 hectares
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