REFERENCE SERVICE

The following is a list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) on the United States covering a wide range of topics. [Available in English only.]

TOPICS

If you do not find the answer to your question here, please submit a reference query to our team of Reference Specialists.

Visiting the United States:
Q: Do I need a visa to travel to the United States?
Q: Where can I obtain tourist information?
Q: What's the weather like where I'm going?
Q: What time is it in the United States? What is the time difference between Thailand and the United States?
Q: What pets, agricultural products, or food items will Customs and Border Protection permit me to bring into the U.S.?
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Americana:
Q: How can I find a brief summary of facts about the United States?
Q: What is the National Anthem of the United States?
Q: How many stars and stripes are on the U.S. flag?
Q: How many States are there in the U.S?
Q: What is Washington D.C.?
Q: What is Puerto Rico if it isn't a state?
Q: What are the Postal Abbreviations for the U.S. states and territories?
Q: How can I find out the zip code of an address in the U.S.?
Q: What are the dates of public holidays in the United States?
Q: My school will prepare an exhibit about the Fourth of July. Please help us find historical background and information on how Americans celebrate this national holiday.
Q: How can I trace someone in the United States?
Q: How can I contact living former presidents: President Jimmy Carter, President Bill Clinton, and President George Bush?
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U.S. History & Culture:
Q: What is the text of the U.S. Constitution?
Q: How can I obtain a copy of U.S. government publications on U.S. history?
Q: I need to do a report on American lives and culture, please provide me the websites and information.
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U.S. Economics & Statistics:
Q: What is the current population of the U.S.?
Q: I need a basic set of statistics about the U.S. covering population, economics, employment, education, crime, health and so on?
Q: What is the U.S. Minimum Wage Rate?
Q: How can I find the most current U.S. GDP and other key economic statistics?
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U.S. Government & Politics:
Q: I want to do research on the U.S. Government. How is the U.S. Government organized?
Q: How can I find list of all U.S. Government Directories?
Q: How many presidents has the United States had?
Q: How do I s end a letter to President Bush ?
Q: Who are the Secretaries of President Bush’s Cabinet?
Q: Where can I find information about the U.S. Congress?
Q: How many members of Congress are there, and how long are their terms of office?
Q: How does a bill become a law in the U.S.?
Q: Why is the Donkey a symbol of the Democratic Party? And why is the Elephant a symbol of Republican Party?
Q: Where can I find information on the U.S. Elections?
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U.S. Education & Studying in the U.S.:
Q: Where can I find general information on U.S. Education?
Q: Where can I obtain a copy of an e-journal on “College and University Education in the United States” in Thai ?

Q: I would like to study in the United States- What do I do?
Q: Where can I learn about Study in USA pre-departure orientation programs in Thailand?
Q: Where can I find out about accredited institutions?
Q: Where can I find the information on loans for international students?
Q: Where can I find the information on TOEFL and GMAT?
Q: What is the U.S. Au Pair Program? Is this program real? How can I determine whether the intermediary companies in Thailand are credible?
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Thailand-U.S. Relations (Bilateral Issues):
Q: When was the American Embassy in Bangkok built?
Q: Who were the previous American Ambassadors to Thailand?
Q: How can I find a brief report on Thai-U.S. Relations?
Q: How can I obtain the full text of the Treaty of Amity and Economic Relations between the Kingdom of Thailand and the United States of America 1966?
Q: Where can I find information on the Number of Thai Students in the U.S.?
Q: Can you please provide a list of known NGOs and relief organizations in Thailand - especially those who have registered affiliates in the United States ?
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