Structure of the Khmer Empire society

Which word most accurately describes the structure of the Khmer Empire?

• Hierarchy

• Flexible

• Unstructured

• All of these

Who was the most powerful in the Khmer Empire?

• Khmer Kings

• Khmer Gods

• Nobles

• Leader of the military

Which was the largest group in Khmer society? (by population)

• Slaves

• Peasants

• Temple carvers

• Nobles

The Khmer Empire was located in territory of which modern countries?

• Cambodia

• Vietnam

• Laos

• Thailand

• China

Which Khmer king designed Angkor Wat?

• Yasovarman I

• Suryavarman II

• Jayavarman VII

• Jayavarman V

Which type of animal did military commanders ride into battle?

• Ox

• Cow

• Horse

• Elephant

In 1431 the Khmer Empire succumbed to an invasion by which nation?

• Chinese

• Japanese

• Chams

• Siam

Whom is the founder of the Khmer Empire?

• Yasovarman I

• Suryavarman II

• Jayavarman II

• Jayavarman V

The kings in Khmer society were known as:

• God of the world

• King of the world

• Ruler of the world

• Creator of the world

Building great temples such as Angkor Wat served the purpose of...

• Showing off the power of the empire to neighbouring nations

• Creating a grand place for the king to reside

• Creating a space for all members of Khmer society to pray

• Paying respect to Hindu gods