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Quiz about Lets Go to Laos
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Let's Go to Laos Trivia Quiz


How much do you know about the beautiful and interesting geography of the Asian country of Laos? Enjoy!

A photo quiz by zebra101. Estimated time: 4 mins.
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Author
zebra101
Time
4 mins
Type
Photo Quiz
Quiz #
367,279
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Average
Avg Score
7 / 10
Plays
461
Last 3 plays: bradez (5/10), Guest 175 (5/10), Guest 107 (7/10).
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Question 1 of 10
1. The Mekong River, an important transportation route, acts as part of the border between Laos and what other two countries? Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. North of the city of Luang Prabang and overlooking the Mekong River are two caves known as the Pak Ou Caves. What can be found inside them? Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. The Plain of ____ is a collection of archaeological sites on the Xiangkhoang Plateau named after the stone formations found there. What word goes in the blank? Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. What lake, located in the Dong Ampham National Biodiversity Conservation Area of southeastern Laos, is said by locals to be the location of a giant snake-pig? Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. Laos is divided into 17 provinces, one of which is the Bokeo Province. Bokeo translates to "gem mine". What gem is mined in this province? Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. Which of these waterfalls stretches for about six miles across the Mekong River near the border of Cambodia? Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. Located on the border between Laos and Thailand, which of these mountains is the tallest in the Luang Prabang Range? Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. What does the Nam Ou River's name translate to? Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. A common sight in Laos are crop fields. Which of these crops is the most widely grown in the country? Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. A popular tourist site, the Kuang Si Falls are located near the city of Luang Prabang. Which of these is NOT true of the waterfall? Hint



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1. The Mekong River, an important transportation route, acts as part of the border between Laos and what other two countries?

Answer: Thailand and Burma

At around 2,703 miles, the Mekong River is the twelfth longest river in the world and the seventh longest in Asia. It flows through China, Burma, Laos, Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam. Its source is the Lasagongma Spring near Mount Guozongmucha in China. It ends at the South China Sea.

Laos is a landlocked country bordering China, Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, and Burma.
2. North of the city of Luang Prabang and overlooking the Mekong River are two caves known as the Pak Ou Caves. What can be found inside them?

Answer: Buddha sculptures

The lower cave is called Tham Ting and the upper one is Tham Theung. On shelves inside are hundreds of ancient, wooden Buddha sculptures. The caves are a poplar tourist attraction.
3. The Plain of ____ is a collection of archaeological sites on the Xiangkhoang Plateau named after the stone formations found there. What word goes in the blank?

Answer: Jars

The Plain of Jars dates back to the Iron Age and is thought to deal with burial practices. There are over ninety individual sites with anywhere from one to four hunded stone jars each. There are many local stories that go with the jars, including one about a giant.
4. What lake, located in the Dong Ampham National Biodiversity Conservation Area of southeastern Laos, is said by locals to be the location of a giant snake-pig?

Answer: Nong Fa Lake

Nong Fa Lake is a volcanic crater lake located about 3,786 feet above sea level in the mountains about 39 miles from the border of Vietnam. Although its depth is reported to be 256 feet, the locals claim the depth is unknown. They also believe the lake is home to a giant snake-pig that will eat anyone who bathes in the water.
5. Laos is divided into 17 provinces, one of which is the Bokeo Province. Bokeo translates to "gem mine". What gem is mined in this province?

Answer: sapphires

The Bokeo Province is located in northwestern Laos. Sapphires have been mined in the province since the fourteenth century. One of the best known mines is Ban Huay Xai. The mining is an important part of the economy.
6. Which of these waterfalls stretches for about six miles across the Mekong River near the border of Cambodia?

Answer: Khone Phapheng Falls

At their highest point, the Khone Phapheng Falls go down 69 feet. They are located at an area of the river known as Si Phan Don, which means "The 4,000 Islands". The falls are described as strong and violent. Due to this, they are not navigable and swimming is forbidden. Local Laotians and Thais believe the falls act as a trap for evil spirits.
7. Located on the border between Laos and Thailand, which of these mountains is the tallest in the Luang Prabang Range?

Answer: Phu Soi Dao

Phu Soi Dao has an elevation of 6,955 feet. Phu Soi Dao National Park, established in 2008, is located on the Thai side of the mountain.

The tallest mountain in Laos, Phou Bia, is located in the Annamite Range. It is 9,249 feet high.
8. What does the Nam Ou River's name translate to?

Answer: rice bowl

The Nam Ou River is an important transportation route beginning in the mountains across the Chinese border and flowing down to connect with the Mekong River. It is around 279 miles long. It is a popular spot for people who like to kayak.
9. A common sight in Laos are crop fields. Which of these crops is the most widely grown in the country?

Answer: rice

Rice production in Laos is important to both the economy and the country's food supply. Around eighty percent of the country's agricultural land is used for rice. It is grown in the rainy season, from May to November.

Other crops grown in Laos include opium poppies, coffee beans, corn, cotton, mung beans, sweet potatoes, tobacco, soybeans, and sugarcane.
10. A popular tourist site, the Kuang Si Falls are located near the city of Luang Prabang. Which of these is NOT true of the waterfall?

Answer: It dries up after the rainy season.

The Kuang Si Falls are located about eighteen miles south of Luang Prabang. The main waterfall is around 200 feet high. There is a fee to get into the park, where along with the falls, there are restaurants, changing rooms, bridges, and trails. Swimming is allowed in all the pools but one, which is closed as a sacred site.

Tat Kuang Si Bear Rescue Center is also located near the falls. Bears that were illegally poached are brought to the center from around Laos. It was created in 2003.
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