- 1. What is the capital city of Laos?
A) Luang Prabang
B) Savannakhet
C) Vientiane
D) Pakse
- 2. Which river flows through Vientiane?
A) Chao Phraya River
B) Red River
C) Yangtze River
D) Mekong River
- 3. What iconic monument is a symbol of Vientiane and is inspired by the Arc de Triomphe in Paris?
A) That Luang
B) Patuxai
C) Wat Si Saket
D) Pha That Luang
- 4. Where can you find the oldest temple in Vientiane, which dates back to the 16th century?
A) Wat Ong Teu
B) Pha That Luang
C) Wat Si Saket
D) Haw Phra Kaew
- 5. What is the main language spoken in Vientiane?
A) English
B) French
C) Lao
D) Chinese
- 6. What is the climate like in Vientiane?
A) Tropical monsoon
B) Desert
C) Mediterranean
D) Arctic
- 7. What is the traditional Laotian dance performed during festivals and ceremonies in Vientiane?
A) Salsa
B) Lamvong
C) Ballet
D) Tango
- 8. What is the Vientiane-based daily English newspaper that covers local and international news?
A) Bangkok Post
B) Vientiane Times
C) China Daily
D) The Straits Times
- 9. What is the name of the prominent avenue in Vientiane lined with government buildings and landmarks?
A) Nguyen Hue Street
B) Paseo de la Reforma
C) Lane Xang Avenue
D) Orchard Road
- 10. Which famous waterfall located near Vientiane is known for its turquoise blue cascades?
A) Victoria Falls
B) Kuang Si Falls
C) Niagara Falls
D) Iguazu Falls
- 11. What is the Vientiane-based university known for offering education in various fields including law, engineering, and humanities?
A) Harvard University
B) National University of Laos
C) University of Oxford
D) Tokyo Institute of Technology
- 12. What traditional Laotian dish is a spicy salad made with finely chopped raw meat or fish and herbs?
A) Laap
B) Pho
C) Tom Yum
D) Pad Thai
- 13. Which iconic historical site in Vientiane is a symbol of Buddhism and national pride?
A) Patuxai
B) Haw Phra Kaew
C) That Luang
D) Wat Si Muang
- 14. During which month does the That Luang Festival take place in Vientiane?
A) April
B) July
C) December
D) November
- 15. Which is the largest market in Vientiane known for its variety of goods?
A) Night Market
B) Morning Market
C) Floating Market
D) Chinatown Market
- 16. What is the most common mode of transportation in Vientiane?
A) Bicycle
B) Taxi
C) Subway
D) Tuk-tuk
- 17. Which neighboring country lies to the west of Vientiane?
A) Myanmar
B) China
C) Thailand
D) Vietnam
- 18. Which function does Vientiane's Patuxai Monument serve?
A) Library
B) Shopping Mall
C) War Memorial
D) Amusement Park
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