Singapore Savvy: Test Your Knowledge!
Idyllic via DISCORD
Created 8/28/2024
Discover how much you know about the Lion City's vibrant culture, historical landmarks, and delicious cuisine. Are you a Singapore expert?
1. Which language is one of Singapore's official languages?
Bengali
Japanese
Tamil
Hindi
2. What is a defining characteristic of Singapore's hawker centers?
They are open-air venues.
They host music events frequently.
They are popular for shopping.
They offer international meals affordably.
3. Which temple in Singapore highlights its multi-religious harmony?
Sri Mariamman Temple
Buddha Tooth Relic Temple
Masjid Sultan
Thian Hock Keng Temple
4. What ethnic blend characterizes the Peranakan community in Singapore?
Japanese and Korean
Vietnamese and Thai
Indian and Arabian
Chinese and Malay
5. Why is the Katong-Joo Chiat district culturally significant?
It is home to Little India's festival.
It features the Marina Bay Sands.
It showcases Peranakan heritage.
It is near the Raffles Hotel area.
6. What has CHIJMES in Singapore transitioned from and to?
From a market to a resort
From a library to a mall
From a museum to a gallery
From a convent to a cultural venue
7. Which traditional Indian festival involves a ritualistic kavadi dance?
Vesak Day
Holi
Diwali
Thaipusam
8. Where was the Singapore Sling cocktail originally created?
Mandarin Oriental
Marina Bay Sands
Fullerton Hotel
Raffles Hotel
9. What theme does the Asian Civilisations Museum in Singapore focus on?
Pan-Asian art and culture
Global contemporary art
Modern Southeast Asian design
Colonial Southeast Asia collections
10. Which dish best represents the fusion of Chinese and Malay culinary styles?
11. What is the key role of the National Gallery Singapore in art?
Host film festivals
Showcase architectural models
Display Southeast Asian art
Present maritime artifacts
12. Which approach does Singapore take to maintain its cultural diversity?
Urban planning strategies
Multiracial policies
Tourism promotional events
Import tax regulations
