60 Thailand Quiz Questions and Answers

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Whether you just love everything about the Thai culture or are travelling to this fabulous country and are looking for a fun game, this Thailand quiz will be perfect for you.

Thailand is one of the most beautiful countries in Asia. There are so many things to see and learn about it. From Bangkok to Koh Phi Phi Islands and Chiang Mai, we will test your knowledge of all things Thailand related.

You can find below 5 rounds of questions about Thailand with the answers below. 

Have fun!

Round 1: Easy Thailand Trivia Questions

1. What is the capital of Thailand?
2. What is the largest religion in Thailand?
3. What colour is the central stripe on the Thai flag?
4. What is the currency of Thailand?
5. What is Thailand’s national sport?
6. With which country does Thailand share its longest border?
7. What is Thailand’s largest island?
8. What is the national animal of Thailand?
9. What sea borders Thailand’s east coast?
10. In December 2004, what kind of devastating natural disaster hit Thailand?

Round 1: Easy Thailand Trivia Questions and Answers

1. What is the capital of Thailand? Bangkok
2. What is the largest religion in Thailand? Buddhism
3. What colour is the central stripe on the Thai flag? Blue
4. What is the currency of Thailand? Thai Baht
5. What is Thailand’s national sport? Muay Thai / Thai Boxing
6. With which country does Thailand share its longest border? Myanmar
7. What is Thailand’s largest island? Phuket
8. What is the national animal of Thailand? The Thai Elephant
9. What sea borders Thailand’s east coast? The Gulf of Thailand
10. In December 2004, what kind of devastating natural disaster hit Thailand? A Tsunami

Round 2: Thailand Multiple-Choice Questions

1. What is the approximate population of Thailand?
   1. 50 million
   2. 70 million
   3. 90 million
   4. 110 million
2. Which of the following countries does not border Thailand?
   1. Vietnam
   2. Malaysia
   3. Cambodia 
   4. Laos
3. In 2009, a Thai woman set a world record by living for 33 days in a glass room full of…
   1. Cockroaches
   2. Snakes
   3. Scorpions
   4. Wasps
4. What is Bangkok often colloquially known as?
   1. The Central City
   2. The City of Colours
   3. The City of Bandits
   4. The City of Angels
5. Though Central Thai is the most spoken language in Thailand, less than half of the population speak it as their first language. What is the second most spoken language in Thailand?
   1. Kham Muang (Northern Thai)
   2. Pak Tai (Southern Thai)
   3. Isan (North Eastern Thai)
   4. Northern Khmer
6. Pad Thai is perhaps Thailand’s most iconic dish. Which of these is not a standard ingredient?
   1. Ginger
   2. Scrambled egg
   3. Peanuts
   4. Fish sauce
7. One of Thailand’s most popular tourist attractions, Wat Rong Khun, is often known to travellers as…
   1. The White Palace
   2. The White Temple
   3. The White Buddha
   4. The White Gateway
8. Thailand’s national day is the 2nd of July. What does this holiday celebrate?
   1. Thai independence
   2. Thai unification
   3. The Thai constitution
   4. The King’s birthday
9. Doi Inthanon is Thailand’s…
   1. Tallest mountain
   2. Largest waterfall
   3. Largest lake
   4. Longest river 
10. All of Thailand’s 35 Olympic medals have been won in just three sports. Which of these is not one of them?
    1. Weight Lifting 
    2. Boxing
    3. Taekwondo
    4. Shooting

Round 2: Thailand Multiple-Choice Questions and Answers

1. What is the approximate population of Thailand? B. 70 million
2. Which of the following countries does not border Thailand? A. Vietnam
3. In 2009, a Thai woman set a world record by living for 33 days in a glass room full of… c. Scorpions
4. What is Bangkok often colloquially known as? D. the City of Angels
5. Though Central Thai is the most spoken language in Thailand, less than half of the population speak it as their first language. What is the second most spoken language in Thailand? C. Isan (North Eastern Thai)
6. Pad Thai is perhaps Thailand’s most iconic dish. Which of these is not a standard ingredient? A. Ginger
7. One of Thailand’s most popular tourist attractions, Wat Rong Khun, is often known to travellers as… b. The White Temple
8. Thailand’s national day is the 2nd of July. What does this holiday celebrate? D. The King’s Birthday
9. Doi Inthanon is Thailand’s… a. Tallest mountain
10. All of Thailand’s 35 Olympic medals have been won in just three sports. Which of these is not one of them? D. Shooting

Round 3: Thailand Quiz – True or False

1. Thailand literally means ‘land of the free.’
2. At different points in its history, Thailand was part of the French, British and Spanish Empires.
3. Bangkok is known for its beautiful canals. The first canals in the city date back to the 18th century but more are still being built today.
4. Thailand was called Siam until 1939 (and then again between 1945 and 1949).
5. Bangkok has more than 10 times the population of Thailand’s second largest city.
6. Most dishes in Thailand are eaten with chopsticks.
7. With a height of almost 300 metres, The Four Season Hotel and Private Residences is the tallest building in Bangkok.
8. Both men and women in Thailand have to serve in the national military for two years.
9. Mother’s Day in Thailand is held on the Queen’s birthday, and father’s day is held on the King’s birthday.
10. Though Thailand is famous for its beautiful islands, it doesn’t have that many compared to other countries. In fact, Britain has around 5 times more islands than Thailand.

Round 3: Thailand Quiz Answers – True or False

1. Thailand literally means ‘land of the free.’ True
2. At different points in its history, Thailand was part of the French, British and Spanish Empires. False, Thailand was never colonised
3. Bangkok is known for its beautiful canals. The first canals in the city date back to the 18th century but more are still being built today. False, most of the canals have now been filled in.
4. Thailand was called Siam until 1939 (and then again between 1945 and 1949). True
5. Bangkok has more than 10 times the population of Thailand’s second largest city. True
6. Most dishes in Thailand are eaten with chopsticks. False, Thais actually prefer to eat with a fork and spoon
7. With a height of almost 300 metres, The Four Season Hotel and Private Residences is the tallest building in Bangkok. False, the tallest building is Magnolias Waterfront Residences
8. Both men and women in Thailand have to serve in the national military for two years. False
9. Mother’s Day in Thailand is held on the Queen’s birthday, and father’s day is held on the King’s birthday. True
10. Though Thailand is famous for its beautiful islands, it doesn’t have that many compared to other countries. In fact, Britain has around 5 times more islands than Thailand. True

Round 4: Medium Thailand Trivia Questions

1. What is the name of the King of Thailand?
2. How many provinces does Thailand have (including Bangkok)?
3. What month does the rainy season begin in Thailand?
4. What is the second most populous city in Thailand?
5. For 850 km, the Mekong River defines the border between Thailand and which neighbouring country?
6. Which sea borders Thailand’s Western Coast?
7. Which island would you travel to if you wanted to join the famous Full Moon Party?
8. The city of Lopburi in Central Thailand is known for its large population of what animal?
9. Which Thai city literally translates as ‘New City’?
10. A common way to get around Bangkok is in an open air, 3-wheel vehicle. What is this kind of transport called?

Round 4: Medium Thailand Trivia Questions and Answers

1. What is the name of the King of Thailand? Maha Vajiralongkorn
2. How many provinces does Thailand have (including Bangkok)? 77
3. What month does the rainy season begin in Thailand? May
4. What is the second most populous city in Thailand? Samut Prakan
5. For 850 km, the Mekong River defines the border between Thailand and which neighbouring country? Laos
6. Which sea borders Thailand’s Western Coast? Andaman Sea
7. Which island would you travel to if you wanted to join the famous Full Moon Party? Ko Pha-ngan
8. The city of Lopburi in Central Thailand is known for its large population of what animal? Monkeys
9. Which Thai city literally translates as ‘New City’? Chiang Mai
10. A common way to get around Bangkok is in an open air, 3-wheel vehicle. What is this kind of transport called? A Tuk Tuk

Round 5: Hard Thailand Trivia Questions

1. What is the maximum number of years that a Prime Minister of Thailand can hold office?
2. What is the traditional practice of Nuad bo-rarn more commonly known as in English?
3. What kind of almost extinct animal can only be spotted in the wild at Pang Sida National Park and Kaeng Krachan National Park?
4. Thais celebrate the New Year each Spring with a giant water fight. What is this festival called?
5. Which Thai city is home to the Chinpracha mansion?
6. What is a traditional Sak Yant tattoo needle made of?
7. What is Wat Phra Kaew commonly known as in English?
8. What province would you travel to if you wanted to visit the famous Railay Beach?
9. Instead of shaking hands, most Thais greet each other by putting their hands together and giving a slight bow. What is this greeting called?
10. If you went to the cinema in Thailand, what would you expect to hear before the movie began?

Round 5: Hard Thailand Trivia Questions and Answers

1. What is the maximum number of years that a Prime Minister of Thailand can hold office? Eight
2. What is the traditional practice of Nuad bo-rarn more commonly known as in English? Thai Massage
3. What kind of almost extinct animal can only be spotted in the wild at Pang Sida National Park and Kaeng Krachan National Park? The Siamese Crocodile
4. Thais celebrate the New Year each Spring with a giant water fight. What is this festival called? Songkran
5. Which Thai city is home to the Chinpracha mansion? Phuket City
6. What is a traditional Sak Yant tattoo needle made of? Bamboo
7. What is Wat Phra Kaew commonly known as in English? The Temple of the Emerald Buddha
8. What province would you travel to if you wanted to visit the famous Railay Beach? Krabi Province
9. Instead of shaking hands, most Thais greet each other by putting their hands together and giving a slight bow. What is this greeting called? Wai
10. If you went to the cinema in Thailand, what would you expect to hear before the movie began? The Thai national anthem

Round 6: Thailand Picture Quiz

Round 6: Answers

1. Grand Palace in Bangkok
2. Wat Rong Khun (Chiang Rai White Palace)
3. Wat Mahathat
4. Big Buddha Phuket
5. Railay Beach
6. Wat Arun
7. Ko Ta Pu
8. Temple of the Emerald Buddha
9. The MBK Center
10. The Sanctuary of Truth

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