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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  1. 1932 ✓
  2. 1962
  3. 1866
  4. 1372

Answer: 1932

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What shape is the Independence Monument in Phnom Penh?

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  1. A star
  2. A lotus ✓
  3. A triangle
  4. A circle

Answer: A lotus

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What is Num Chak Kachan?

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  1. A savory curry
  2. A steamed layered dessert ✓
  3. A spicy soup
  4. A grilled meat dish

Answer: A steamed layered dessert

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What makes the Tonlé Sap River special?

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  1. It flows uphill all year.
  2. It changes color daily.
  3. It reverses its flow twice a year. ✓
  4. 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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  1. Gothic architecture
  2. Modern minimalist design
  3. Art Deco architecture ✓
  4. Ancient Khmer architecture

Answer: Art Deco architecture

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Who is said to have founded Wat Phnom?

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  1. A king named Norodom
  2. A French architect
  3. A wealthy widow named Penh ✓
  4. A famous explorer

Answer: A wealthy widow named Penh

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What was the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum before it became a museum?

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  1. A royal palace
  2. A market
  3. A high school ✓
  4. A railway station

Answer: A high school

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What beautiful features does the Royal Palace have?

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  1. Tall glass towers and metal roofs
  2. Shimmering golden spires and ornate architecture ✓
  3. Bright green walls and simple windows
  4. Dark gray stones and tiny gardens

Answer: Shimmering golden spires and ornate architecture

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Besides its serene beaches, what kind of terrain does Koh Rong Island have inland?

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  1. Wide open deserts
  2. Snowy mountains
  3. Grassy plains
  4. Dense jungle terrain ✓

Answer: Dense jungle terrain

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What does Phnom Penh stand as a symbol of?

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  1. Old traditions and quiet towns
  2. Resilience and hope ✓
  3. Big mountains and cool rivers
  4. Busy airports and fast trains

Answer: Resilience and hope

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