ASEAN Trivia Quiz

ASEAN, which stands for the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, was established on 8 August, 1967. This regional organization was formed by the countries of Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand, with the goal of promoting economic growth, social progress, and cultural development in the region. Since its inception, ASEAN has expanded to include ten member states and has played a significant role in fostering cooperation and integration among Southeast Asian nations.

The number 7 in the picture indicates Brunei.

The Secretariat of ASEAN is located in Jakarta. The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is an intergovernmental organization that promotes economic, political, and security cooperation among its member states. The Secretariat serves as the administrative center for ASEAN and is responsible for coordinating and facilitating the implementation of ASEAN's programs and activities. Jakarta, the capital city of Indonesia, was chosen as the location for the Secretariat due to its central location within the ASEAN region and its historical ties to the organization.

The correct answer is Indonesia because the question asks about the country related to the given pictures, and Indonesia is the only country mentioned as an option.

Brunei is the correct answer because it is the only country in the Southeast Asian region where the head of state has absolute, unrestricted power over their people. The Sultan of Brunei holds both the position of head of state and head of government, and has complete control over the government, judiciary, and military. This gives the Sultan the authority to make decisions without any checks or balances, making Brunei unique in terms of its political system compared to other countries in the region.

Muay Thai is a combat sport originating from Thailand. It is also known as "The Art of Eight Limbs" as it utilizes the fists, elbows, knees, and shins for striking and clinching techniques. It is a physically demanding sport that requires strength, agility, and mental discipline. Muay Thai matches are held in a ring and fighters compete in various weight divisions. The objective is to score points by landing strikes on the opponent or by knocking them out. Muay Thai has gained international popularity and is practiced both as a competitive sport and for self-defense purposes.

There are nine ASEAN countries that have a coastline.

Singapore is the most densely populated ASEAN nation because it has a small land area of only 719.1 square kilometers and a high population of over 5.6 million people. This results in a population density of over 7,800 people per square kilometer, making it one of the most densely populated countries in the world. The limited space and high population contribute to the crowded living conditions in Singapore.

Angkor Wat, a Buddhist temple, was originally a Hindu Temple. This is because when it was built in the 12th century by the Khmer Empire, the region was predominantly Hindu. The temple was dedicated to the Hindu god Vishnu and was a center of worship for the Hindu community. It was only later, around the 14th century, that Angkor Wat was transformed into a Buddhist temple.

Based on the information provided, the person states that they are Asian and have traveled to Myanmar, Laos, Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam. They also mention that their last two big children are in Vietnam. Since the person does not mention any other countries they have visited or any other relevant information, it can be inferred that they come from China, which is a neighboring country to all the mentioned destinations.

East Timor officially joined ASEAN in 2002. The options provided in the question (2005 and 2012) are incorrect.

Burma, also known as Myanmar, borders two ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) countries. This means that it shares a land border with two out of the ten ASEAN member countries.

The correct answer is Andaman Sea.

The question asks for the country that is sequential to the countries mentioned in the question. The countries mentioned in the question are Vietnam, The Philippines, Thailand, Laos, and Indonesia. The next country in sequence after these countries is Myanmar. Therefore, Myanmar is the correct answer.