Test your knowledge about Vietnam's rich geography, vibrant culture, fascinating history, and notable facts. How much do you really know about this Southeast Asian gem?
1. What is the capital city of Vietnam?
Hue
Da Nang
Ho Chi Minh City
Hanoi
2. Which major mountain range runs through Vietnam?
Tibetan Plateau
Andes
Himalayas
Annam Cordillera
3. What traditional Vietnamese holiday is celebrated as the Lunar New Year?
Songkran
Diwali
Tet
Mid-Autumn Festival
4. Which river is one of the major rivers in Vietnam?
Ma River
Perfume River
Mekong River
Red River
5. What was the former name of Ho Chi Minh City?
Da Nang
Saigon
Haiphong
Hanoi
6. Which language is officially spoken in Vietnam?
Burmese
Khmer
Vietnamese
Lao
7. What type of currency is used in Vietnam?
Baht
Dong
Riel
Laotian Kip
8. Who was the dominant external cultural influence on Vietnam starting from the 3rd century BCE?
Japan
China
France
India
9. What is the estimated population of Vietnam as of 2021?
110 million
95 million
100 million
97 million
10. Which notable river delta is located in northern Vietnam?
Cuu Long River Delta
Vam Co River Delta
Song Hong Delta
Red River Delta
11. What traditional Vietnamese dish is known as a noodle soup with broth, meat, and herbs?
Bun bo Hue
Banh Mi
Cha Ca
Pho
12. Which religion introduced in the 16th century is still significant among many Vietnamese people?