During Mongkut's reign, what did Siam first feel the pressure of?
Economic recession
Western expansionism
Eastern philosophy
Nomadic tribes
Answer
During Mongkut's reign, Siam first felt the pressure of Western expansionism. This was due to the fact that the West was beginning to colonize and expand into Asia. This put Siam in a difficult position because it was not strong enough to resist Western aggression, but it also did not want to be colonized.
The Enigmatic Reign of Mongkut: A Captivating English Quiz on the King of Siam
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