Phnom Penh, Cambodia — Questions and answers
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When was the Royal Railway Station in Phnom Penh originally built?
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- 1932 ✓
- 1962
- 1866
- 1372
Answer: 1932
From page 1
What shape is the Independence Monument in Phnom Penh?
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- A star
- A lotus ✓
- A triangle
- A circle
Answer: A lotus
From page 2
What is Num Chak Kachan?
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- A savory curry
- A steamed layered dessert ✓
- A spicy soup
- A grilled meat dish
Answer: A steamed layered dessert
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What makes the Tonlé Sap River special?
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- It flows uphill all year.
- It changes color daily.
- It reverses its flow twice a year. ✓
- It has no fish in it.
Answer: It reverses its flow twice a year.
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What kind of special architecture does the Central Market have?
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- Gothic architecture
- Modern minimalist design
- Art Deco architecture ✓
- Ancient Khmer architecture
Answer: Art Deco architecture
From page 5
Who is said to have founded Wat Phnom?
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- A king named Norodom
- A French architect
- A wealthy widow named Penh ✓
- A famous explorer
Answer: A wealthy widow named Penh
From page 6
What was the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum before it became a museum?
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- A royal palace
- A market
- A high school ✓
- A railway station
Answer: A high school
From page 7
What beautiful features does the Royal Palace have?
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- Tall glass towers and metal roofs
- Shimmering golden spires and ornate architecture ✓
- Bright green walls and simple windows
- Dark gray stones and tiny gardens
Answer: Shimmering golden spires and ornate architecture
From page 8
Besides its serene beaches, what kind of terrain does Koh Rong Island have inland?
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- Wide open deserts
- Snowy mountains
- Grassy plains
- Dense jungle terrain ✓
Answer: Dense jungle terrain
From page 9
What does Phnom Penh stand as a symbol of?
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- Old traditions and quiet towns
- Resilience and hope ✓
- Big mountains and cool rivers
- Busy airports and fast trains
Answer: Resilience and hope
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