Siem Reap, Cambodia — Questions and answers

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What is Siem Reap known for being the gateway to?

Choices

  1. The ancient city of Angkor ✓
  2. The largest religious structure in the world
  3. A city with modern amenities
  4. The home of tuk-tuks

Answer: The ancient city of Angkor

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What kind of structures float on Tonle Sap Lake?

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  1. Only fishermen's boats
  2. Villages with homes, schools, and markets ✓
  3. Giant bamboo forests
  4. Modern apartments

Answer: Villages with homes, schools, and markets

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What can you find vendors selling in Siem Reap's markets?

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  1. Only ancient books
  2. Exotic fruits, fragrant spices, and handmade crafts ✓
  3. Just modern electronics
  4. Cars and trucks

Answer: Exotic fruits, fragrant spices, and handmade crafts

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What is special about the Bayon Temple?

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  1. It is made entirely of gold.
  2. It has hundreds of smiling stone faces. ✓
  3. It is hidden deep underwater.
  4. It only opens at night.

Answer: It has hundreds of smiling stone faces.

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What color is the sandstone at Banteay Srei?

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  1. Blue
  2. Green
  3. Pink ✓
  4. Yellow

Answer: Pink

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Who founded the Landmine Museum?

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  1. A famous chef
  2. Aki Ra, a former child soldier ✓
  3. A local artist
  4. The King of Cambodia

Answer: Aki Ra, a former child soldier

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What are the statues at the South Gate of Angkor Thom doing?

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  1. Singing and dancing
  2. Sleeping peacefully
  3. Engaged in a tug-of-war ✓
  4. Playing hide-and-seek

Answer: Engaged in a tug-of-war

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What has Siem Reap's dedication to preserving its cultural heritage earned it?

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  1. A new airport
  2. Recognition as a UNESCO World Heritage Site ✓
  3. The largest market in Asia
  4. A modern art museum

Answer: Recognition as a UNESCO World Heritage Site

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