Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)

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One Vision, One Identity, One Community

ASEAN

Welcome to ASEAN OCCUPATION

“The ASEAN Way”National Costumes of ASEAN

Member States

National Dishes of ASEAN

ASEAN Currency

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National Flowers of 10 ASEAN Countries

Welcome to ASEAN

BRUNEI

CAMBODIA

INDONESIA

LAO PDR

MALAYSIA

MYANMAR

The PHILIPPINES

SINGAPORE

THAILAND

VIET NAM

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Come to know ASEAN

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Head of State : His Majesty Sultan Haji

Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah 

Capital : Bandar Seri Begawan Language(s) : Malay, English Currency : B$ (Brunei Dollar)Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Trade of Brunei Darussalam Website : www.mfa.gov.bn

Brunei Darussalam

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Head of State : His Majesty King Norodom

Sihamoni Head of Government : Prime Minister

Hun Sen Capital : Phnom Penh Language : Khmer Currency : Riel Ministry of Foreign Affairs & International Cooperation of Cambodia Website: www.mfaic.gov.kh

Kingom of Cambodia

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Head of State : President Susilo Bambang

Yudhoyono Capital : Jakarta Language : IndonesianCurrency : RupiahDepartment of Foreign Affairs of Indonesia Website : www.deplu.go.id

Republic of Indonesia

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  Headof State : President Choummaly

Sayasone  Head of Government : Prime Minister Thongsing

Thammavong Capital : Vientiane Language : Lao Currency : Kip Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Lao PDR Website : www.mofa.gov.la 

The Loa People's Democratic Republic

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Head of Government : The Honourable Dato' Sri Mohd Najib bin Tun Abdul Razak

Capital : Kuala Lumpur Language(s) : Malay, English, Chinese, Tamil Currency : Ringgit Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Malaysia Website: ASEAN-Malaysia National Secretariat Website

Malaysia

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Head of State : Senior General Than Shwe Head of Government : Prime Minister

General Thein Sein Capital : Nay Pyi Daw Language : Myanmar Currency : Kyat  Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Myanmar Website : www.mofa.gov.mm

REPUBLIC OF THE UNION OF MYANMAR

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Head of State : President Benigno S.

Aquino IIICapital : Manila Language(s) : Filipino, English, Spanish Currency : Peso Department of Foreign Affairs of the Philippines Website : www.dfa.gov.ph

Republic of the Philippine

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Head of State : President Tony Tan Keng Yam Head of Government : Prime Minister Lee Hsien

Loong Capital : Singapore Language(s) : English, Malay, Mandarin, Tamil Currency : S$ (Singapore Dollar) Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Singapore Website : www.mfa.gov.sg

Republic of Singapore

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Head of State : His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej

Head of Government : Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra

Capital : Bangkok Language : Thai Currency : Baht Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Thailand Website: www.mfa.go.th

Kingdom of Thailand

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Head of State : President Truong Tan Dang Head of Government : Prime Minister

Nguyen Tan Dung Capital : Ha Noi Language : Vietnamese Currency : Dong Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Viet Nam Website: www.mofa.gov.vn

Socialist Republic of Vietnam

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OCCUPATION

7 occupations free in ASEAN

            1. doctor                        2. dentist            3. accountant            4. architect            5. nurse            6. engineer 7. survey

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doctor

Names Physician, medical practitioner, doctor of medicine, medical doctor or simply doctor

Activity sectors Medicine, Health care

Description Competencies the ethics, art and science of Medicine, Analytical skills, Critical thinking

Education required see Medical education

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dentist A dentist is a health

care practitioner that specializes in the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases and conditions of the oral cavity. The dentist's supporting team aides in providing oral health services.

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accountant

An accountant which is the measurement, disclosure or provision of assurance about financial information that helps managers, investors, tax authorities and others make decisions about allocating resources.

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architectNames Architect Activity sectors

Architecturereal estate development

urban planningconstructioninterior designCivil EngineeringDescription

Competencies technical knowledge, building design, planning and management skills

Education required see professional requirements

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nurse

• a woman skilled in caring for young children or the sick (usually under the supervision of a physician)

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engineer An engineer is a professional practitioner of engineering, concerned with applying scientific knowledge, mathematics and ingenuity to develop solutions for technical problems. Engineers design materials, structures and systems while considering the limitations imposed by practicality, safety and cost.

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surveyor A surveyor may refer to Professions and their activities

Surveying, the process of determining accurate positions on, or near the Earth's surface – Cadastral surveying, the

process of establishing boundary locations and land parcel corners

– Construction surveying, the process of layout out construction projects, and verifying their position during construction

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“The ASEAN Way”

Raise our flag high, sky highEmbrace the pride in our heartASEAN we are bonded as oneLook-in out-ward to the world.For peace, our goal from the very startAnd prosperity to last.WE dare to dream we care to share.Together for ASEANWe dare to dream,We care to share for it's the way of ASEAN.

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National Costumes of ASEAN Member States

Myanmar

The PhilippinesSingapore Thailand

VietnamBrunei Cambodia

Indonesia

Loa PDR

Malaysia

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Baju Melayu is a traditional Malay outfit for men. The female version of the baju melayu is called the baju kurung.

Malaysia

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Socialist Republic of Vietnam

The most popular and widely-recognized Vietnamese national costume is the Áo dài, which is worn nowadays mostly by women, although men do wear Áo dài on special occasions such as weddings and funerals. Áo dài is similar to the Chinese Qipao, consisting of a long gown with a slit on both sides, worn over silk pants.

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Republic of the Union of Myanmar

The longyi is the Myanmar national dress worn by men as well as women. It is basically a piece of cloth sown into a cylindrical tube, slipped over the head by men and stepped into by the women and tucked in at the waist. Men and women however fasten their longyis at the waist in different ways. Men fold the garment into two panels and knot it neatly at waist level

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Brunei Darussalam

Bruneians wear traditional Malay costumes. Men wear baju melayu and ladies wear baju kurung.

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The Loa People's Democratic Republic

Lao women wear the silk skirts, blouses and scarves to attend important ceremonies. Lao men wear salong, big large pants or the peasant pants.

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Republic of Indonesia

A Kebaya is a traditional blouse-dress combination worn by women in Indonesia. It is sometimes made from sheer material and usually worn with a sarong or batik. Indonesian men generally wear sarongs (usually with a checkered pattern) in the home. In public, the sarong is worn only when attending Friday prayers at the mosque. For formal national occasions, the men wear batik shirts with trousers or teluk beskap, a combination of the Javanese jacket and sarong.

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Republic of the Philippines

The barong Tagalog (or simply barong) is an embroidered formal garment of the Philippines. In Filipino culture it is a common wedding and formal attire, mostly for men but also for women. The balintawak is the traditional Filipino costume for women.The costume typically features a white or cream-coloured blouse with puffy-butterfly short sleeves.

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Kingdom of Thailand

The women's national costume is named the Chakri. It is made up of Thai silk. The dress includes a back-less and shoulder-less shirt, a ready-to-wear skirt with Na-nang ( a typical Thai cutting style on a center of a skirt), and a shawl which is made by organdy.The men's national costume is known as sue phraratchatan (royally bestowed shirt).

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Kingom of Cambodia

The traditional Cambodian sampot is a woman's long skirt with a fold or pleat in the front, but some sampot styles actually look more like trousers. It is worn with a modest shirt or blouse. On special occasions women match the color of their sampot to the traditional color for that day. Cambodian men typically wear cotton or silk shirts with short or long sleeves. They wear cotton trousers as well.

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Republic of Singapore

Singapore does not really have its own national costume because there are 4 different main races which are the Chinese, Malay, Indian and the Eurasians. Each race has their own costumes.

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National Costumes of ASEAN Member States

Myanmar

The Philippines

Singapore

Thailand

Vietnam

Brunei

Cambodia

Indonesia

Loa PDR

Malaysia

NATIONAL DISHES OF ASEAN

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Ambuyat is considered the most popular delicacy in Brunei. It is made from sago and eaten by dipping a serving in a hot and thick sauce called cacah. Ambuyat, in replacement of rice, is served with a minimum of three main and side dishes.

Brunei

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Cambodia

Amok is a traditional Cambodian dish. It's fish mixed with curry sauce( kroeung) , coconut milk and steamed in a boat made origami fashion from a banana leaf

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Gado-gado is one of the well-known dishes from Indonesia. It is vegetable salad with peanut sauce. It is usually served with tomato wedges, bean sprouts, tofu, cabbage and boiled eggs.

Indonesia

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Loa

• Chicken soup is a traditional Lao dish. Lemongrass, basil leaves, garlic and onions are important ingredients. Undoubtedly, Lao food is one of the greatest and healthiest cuisines with many types of fresh herbs.

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Malaysia Nasi Lemak is one of

the well-known dishes from Malaysia. It is Malaysian coconut milk rice with dried anchovies. Serve hot or cold with fried peanuts, crispy anchovies, cucumber slices, boiled eggs and sweet chilli paste.

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Vietnam

Nem is one of Vietnam’s favourite dishes. It is very easy to prepare. Ingredients used for Nem comprise of lean minced pork, sea crabs or unshelled shrimps, mushroom , dried onion, duck eggs, pepper, salt and different kinds of seasoning. All are mixed thoroughly before being wrapped with transparent rice paper into small rolls. These rolls are then fried in boiling oil.

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The Philippin

es Adobo is the most popular

Filipino dish.It can be made with either chicken or pork, but it is typically made with chicken. It is easily cooked by adding the pork and chicken to the pan. Then add 2 cups of water, 1/4 cup of soy sauce, vinegar, paprika and the bay leaves. After that bring to a boil and cover and simmer for 30 minutes or when meat is tender. It is typically served with steamed white rice.

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SINGAPORE

Laksa is spicy noodle that is popular in Singapore. It is a noodle dish in coconut milk and curry soup.

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Thailand

Tom Yum Goong (Thai Spicy Soup with Prawns) is the name given to a very popular Thai soup that is hot, spicy and sour. It is made with prawns. It gives a delicious and unusual taste of being hot whilst slightly sour. The basic ingredients are lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime leaves, fish sauce, red chillies, Thai chilli paste, lime juice, mushrooms and tomatoes.

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Myanmar

Lahpet is a national dish of Myanmar. It is served traditionally in a shallow lacquer ware dish called lahpet ohk with a lid and divided into small compartments - pickled tea is laced with sesame oil in a central compartment surrounded, in their own compartments, by other ingredients namely crisp fried garlic, peas and peanuts, toasted sesame, crushed dried shrimp, preserved shredded ginger and fried shredded coconut.

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ASEAN Currency

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The Brunei Dollar (BND) is the

official currency of Brunei

Darussalam.  

Brunei Dollar = 25 Thai Baht

Brunei Darussalam

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The Cambodian Riel (KHR) is the official currency of Cambodia.

150 Cambodian Riel = 1 Thai Baht

Cambodia

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The Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) is the official currency of Indonesia.

1000 Indonesian Rupiah = 3 Thai Baht

Indonesia

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The Lao Kip (LAK) is the official currency of Laos.

1000 Lao Kip = 4 Thai Baht

Lao

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The Malaysian Ringgit (MYR) is the official currency of Malaysia.  *1 Malaysian Ringgit = 10.1288474 Thai Baht

Malaysia

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The Myanmar Kyat (MMK) is the official currency of Myanmar. 1 Myanmar Kyat = 5 Thai baht

Myanmar

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The Philippine Peso (PHP) is the official currency

of the Philippines. 

 1.40 Philippine Peso = 1 Thai

Baht

The Philippines

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The Thai Baht (THB) is the official currency of Thailand.

Thailand

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The Singapore Dollar (SGD) is the official currency of Singapore.

1 Singapore Dollar = 24.50 Thai Baht

SINGAPORE

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The Vietnamese Dong (VND) is the official currency of Vietnam. 

900 Vietnamese Dong = 1 Thai Baht

Vietnam

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National Flowers of 10 ASEAN Countries

Myanmar

The Philippines

Singapore

Thailand

Vietnam

Brunei

Cambodia

Indonesia

Loa PDR

Malaysia

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The Simpor (Dillenia Suffruticosa) tree has large bright yellow petals and large leaves. When fully in bloom, the petals spreading out like an umbrella. The image of the Simpor flower is found on the Brunei one-dollar bank note. It is also widely used in Brunei in art design for traditional handicrafts. The Simpor is commonly found along the rivers in Brunei, especially the Temburong River, and also at swamp or white sand areas. Most parts of the tree have multiple uses, for instance, the treatment of wounds.

Simpor is the national flower of Brunei.

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The Rumdul (Mitrella Mesnyi) bears a small yellowish-white flower with a single alternate leaf. The flower produces a distinctive fragrance which is prominent in the evening. Due to its attractive scent, the Khmer women had often been compared to the Rumdul flower during the ancient times. The Rumdul tree, which grows to a height of 8 -12 meters, can be seen almost everywhere in Cambodia, and is often planted as a decorative tree in public parks.

Rumdul is the national flower of Cambodia.

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The Moon Orchid or Angrek bulan (Phalaenopsis Amabilis) is one of Indonesia’s three national flowers. The other two are Jasminum sambac and the Rafflesia arnoldii. The Moon Orchid is one of the longest blooming orchids. The inflorescence are branched and can last from two to six months before dropping. The Moon Orchid usually blooms two to three times a year once it has reached maturity. It thrives in moist temperature so it is widely found in the lowlands of Indonesia.

Moon Orchid is the national

flower of Indonesia.

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Champa is the national flower of Laos.

The Dok Champa (Plumeria) is the national flower and official symbol of Lao PDR. The waxy flower with a sweet scent can be found in many colors: red, yellow, pink and multiple pastels. For the Lao people, Dok Champa represents sincerity and joy in life. The flower is often used as a decoration in ceremonies or made into a garland to welcoming guests. The Dok Champa blooms everyday and lasts a long time. The trees are planted throughout the country and in particular, can be seen near the monastic areas.

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The five-petaled Bunga raya (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis) has been Malaysia’s national flower since 1960. Symbolically, the five petals of the bunga raya represent the “Five Principles of Nationhood” – Malaysia’s national philosophy in strengthening national unity and tolerance -- while the red colour represents courage. The flower can be found throughout the country and parts of the Bunga raya’s shrub have medicinal and cosmetic uses.

Bunga raya is the national flower of Malaysia

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Paduak is the national flower of

Myanmar

The Paduak (Pterocarpus Indicus) blossoms in tiny fragrant yellow-gold flowers after the first showers in April, coinciding with the Myanmar New Year festival. Once in bloom, the entire tree turns gold overnight. The Myanmar people regard the Paduak tree as the symbol of strength and durability. The beautiful flower also signifies youth, love and romance. The flower plays an indispensable part in traditional and religious ceremonies. The Paduak can be found throughout the country. The wood of the tree is also used for making furniture.

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SAMPAGUITA JASMINE IS THE

NATIONAL FLOWER OF 

THE PHILIPPINES

The Sampaguita Jasmine (Arabian Jasmine) was adopted as the national flower of the Philippines since 1934.  The Sampaguita bears a white, star-shaped flower which blooms for the full year. The flower opens at night and lasts for about one day, producing a unique sweet scent. For the Filipino people, the flower is the symbol of purity, simplicity, humility and strength. Its blossom is celebrated in Philippine legends, stories and songs. It is believed that the flower was brought from the Himalayan areas to the Philippines in the 17th century.

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Vanda Miss Joaquim is

the national flower of

Singapore.

The best known orchid in Singapore is the national flower, Vanda Miss Joaquim. The orchid is a hybrid and was named after its breeder. The orchid bears an exquisitely beautiful (purple) color and shape. It blooms throughout the year. Its unique features won it the status of the official national flower of Singapore, over forty contenders, in 1981. Vanda Miss Joaquim is commonly planted in Singapore

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Ratchaphreuk is the national flower of

Thailand

The Ratchaphruek (Cassia Fistula Linn) tree bears beautiful yellow cluster-shaped flowers. The Thai people regard its yellow hue as the colour of Buddhism and the colour of glory. Ratchaphruek blooms annually from February to May and symbolises the unity and harmony of the Thai people. While the flowers are blossoming, the tree sheds its leaves, leaving only bright yellow flowers hanging on its branches. The Ratchaphruek is widely known in Thailand and is grown in abundance along the roadsides.

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Lotus is the national flower of Vietnam

The people of Viet Nam regard the Lotus as one of the four graceful flowers and plants, along with the pine, bamboo, and chrysanthemum. Known as the ‘flower of the dawn’, the Lotus is found throughout the country at lakes and ponds.  To the Vietnamese, the lotus is the symbol of purity, commitment and optimism for the future. The elegance of the lotus is often cited in the Vietnamese folk songs and poems

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1. How many countries belong to ASEAN today?  

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a. 20b. 15

c. 11

d. 10

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2. What is the capital city of Indonesia?

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a. Jakartarb. Naypyidawc. Bangkokd. Manila

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3. When was the ASEAN founded?

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a. 1999b. 1979c. 2015d. 1967

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4. Hanoi is the capital city of.................  

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a. Vietnamb. Cambodiac. Malaysiad. Brunei

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5. Which country does this flag belong to?

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a. Indonesiab. Laosc. Bruneid. Thailand

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6. What does ASEAN stand for? 

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a. Association of Southeast Asean Nationsb. Association of Southeast Asian Nationsc. Asia Pacific Economic Associationd. Asean Free Trade Area

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7. Which country does not belong to ASEAN?

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a. Bruneib. Myanmarc. Japand. Singaporeตรวจคำ��ตอบ

8. Which country joined ASEAN in 1999 ?

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a. Vietnamb. Myanmarc. Loasd. Cambodia

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9. How many stars does the Singapore's flag have?

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a. fourb. fivec. sevend. eight

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10. How many stripes are there on the flag of Loas?

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a. Twob. Fourc. Tend. Three

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11. What is the name of the anthem of ASEAN? 

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a. The ASIAN Wayb. The ASEAN Communityc. The ASEAN Wayd. The ASEAN Style

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12. What is not the National dishes of ASEAN?  

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a. Ambuyatb. Gado - gadoc. Amokd. Coaco

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13. What is the national flower of Thailand?

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a. Ratchaphreukb. Simporc. Champad. Vanda Miss Joaquim

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14. How many colors are there on the flag of ASEAN?

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a. Threeb. Fourc. Fived. Six

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15. What does the blue color on the flag of ASEAN represent?

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a. Courage and dynamismb. Purity and prosperity c. Peace and hamonyd. Unity and friendship

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16. Which country does this flag belong to?

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a. Singaporeb. Indonesiac. Malaysiad. Vietnam

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17. What is the capital city of Laos?

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a. Bandar Seri Begawan b. Vientianec. Hanoid. Kuala Lumpur

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18. Lotus is the national flower of…………

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a. Myanmarb. Indonesiac. Malaysiad. Vietnam

19. Which one is not the capital city of ASEAN member states?   

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c. Hanoi

20. How many stars are there on the flag of the Philippines?  

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a. Sixb. Twoc. Sevend. Three

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