The Thai Expat Quiz

Result: Thai Expat Guru

What is the Emergency Phone Number for the Police Service?

191

If you didn’t know this off-by-heart. Then put it into your phone now. It’s better to have it and not need it, than (well you get the rest). 

Here’s some other important phone numbers you should always have at your disposal:

  • Police: 191
  • Tourist Police: 1155 (English, German, and French spoken)
  • Fire Brigade: 199
  • Ambulance: 1669
  • Tourism Authority of Thailand: 1672

Does every Thai man have to become a buddhist Monk?

Yes

Yes, Thai tradition calls for all men to live the life of a Monk in Thailand and this includes even royalty.

Thailand’s constitution clearly denotes that the King of Thailand must be a believer in Buddhism and uphold the religious values and beliefs of Buddhism.

All Thai men enter into monkhood after the age of 20.

What was the previous capital of Thailand before Bangkok?

Ayutthaya

Founded in 1350 CE, Ayutthaya was the Kingdom of Thailand’s capital until the 18th century. Ayutthaya developed into a booming city, and was very influential in the urban planning and design of the current capital city of Bangkok in Thailand.

Muay Thai is the National Sport, what is it also known as?

The Art of Eight Limbs

Muay Thai. Muay Thai, also known as “The Art of Eight Limbs”, is a traditional martial art and national sport of Thailand. It has its roots in ancient Thai military training and was developed as a form of unarmed combat that utilizes fists, elbows, knees, shins, and feet for strikes.

What is the most popular beer in Thailand?

Singha

The pale lager has been around since the 1930s and is still going strong. It’ll cost you more than many other brands, but it’s still dirt cheap compared to the prices you’re probably used to back home.

Which number should you call if you are bitten by a snake?

1669

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), most traditional methods of first aid are not advisable, as they tend to do more harm than good. After a bite, do as follows:

  • Call Thailand’s emergency ambulance hotline at 1669.
  • Be aware that swelling or change in color in and around the bite area likely indicates the snake was venomous.
  • Keep the bite victim calm. Restrict the victim’s movement and keep the affected area lower than heart level.
  • Remove rings and other tight, constricting items of clothing.
  • Monitor the victim’s pulse and breathing, and look for paleness or indications of shock.
  • Take note of any characteristics that may help identify the type of snake, as this will be helpful to the medical staff determining the proper antidote.
  • AVOID making direct contact with the wound.

The current Thai King (Maha Vajiralongkornis) is also known as?

King Rama X

As the tenth monarch of the Chakri dynasty, he is also styled as Rama X.

Aged 64 at that time, Vajiralongkorn also became the oldest Thai monarch to ascend to the throne.

What is the highest point in Thailand?

Doi Inthanon

Located in Chiang Mai Province, doi inthanon is the highest mountain in Thailand, rising 2,565 meters above sea level. Doi Inthanon national park has lots of amazing variation in its lush geography and forest.

What is the MINIMUM speed limit in the right lane?

100 kph

The rightmost lane or ‘fast lane’ will also have a minimum speed limit of 100 kph to reduce the risk of rear-ending collisions.

How many Art Galleries are their in Chiang Mai?

14

There are many tourist attractions in Chiang Mai that provide you the knowledge. These places will be museums and art galleries, which there are about 14 around Chiang Mai. For an instance, Chiang Mai Old Cultural Centre, which is decorated in marvelous ancient Lanna style.

What is the best Expat Insurance Agent in Chiang Mai?

CNX Insure

Of course!

CNX Insure are the most established Expat Insurance broker based in Chiang Mai. You can contact them directly for a quote or any related enquiry.

Which number should you call for the fire service?

199

If you didn’t know this off-by-heart. Then put it into your phone now. It’s better to have it and not need it, than (well you get the rest). 

Here’s some other important phone numbers you should always have at your disposal:

  • Police: 191
  • Tourist Police: 1155 (English, German, and French spoken)
  • Fire Brigade: 199
  • Ambulance: 1669
  • Tourism Authority of Thailand: 1672

Select all the things that are illegal on this list?

Everything!

All the items on our list are illegal;

  • More than 120 playing cards
  • Buy a Buddha statue as a souvenir
  • Own a gun (non-Thai)
  • Carrying Pepper Spray
  • Pornography
  • Prostitution

The Playing Cards Act prohibits private ownership of more than 120 playing cards without approval of the government. Gambling, other than betting on horse races or the government-sponsored Thai lottery, is prohibited in Thailand. The prohibition dates back to the Gambling Act 1935.

You must be aware that it’s illegal to buy Buddha statues as souvenirs in Thailand. This is because making Buddha statues and other related items is actually a job for monks and not for laymen. It’s also a crime to export any Buddha statue from Thailand.Jan 6, 2565 BE

It is not possible for non-Thai citizens to acquire fire-arms permits. But you can visit one of the various shooting ranges.

Unlike the UK for example prostitution is illegal in Thailand. 

Who has the right of way?

The vehicle in the left lane

Thai Traffic Laws state that when 2 moving vehicles reach a junction spot head on, the car in the left lane is given the right of way. Unless there is a designation of a principle roadway mark, the vehicle on that mark has the right of way.

This is the famous White Temple in Chiang Rai. What other coloured Temples are in Chiang Rai?

The Black Temple

The Blue Temple

Whilst the White Temple remains the most famous, these other two coloured temples in Chiang Rai are definitely worth a visit.

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