General Knowledge
What is the capital of Colombia?
Bogota
What does the acronym COBC stand for?
Colombian Organization of Boston College
This Barranquilla-born artist is one of Colombia’s most internationally successful singers and is known for songs like Hips Don’t Lie and Waka Waka.
Shakira
This iconic dish includes beans, rice, chicharrón, ground beef, fried egg, plantain, avocado, and an arepa.
Bandeja Paisa
If a Colombian calls you “parce” or “parcero,” what are they calling you?
Friend/Bro
What do the three colors of the Colombian flag traditionally represent?
Yellow: gold
Blue: seas/waters
Red: bloodshed for independence
Who are the current presidents on COBC?
Andrea and Jimena
FINISH THE LYRIC:
Mami, prenda la radio, encienda la tele
Y no me molesten que ...?
HOY JUEGA LA SELE
This Colombian treat consists of two thin wafers traditionally filled with arequipe and can also include toppings like cheese, jam, or condensed milk.
Obleas
On December 7, Colombians celebrate this tradition by lighting candles and lanterns outside their homes
Dia de las Velitas
How many departments does Colombia have?
32
What was the first event COBC hosted this academic year?
First Gen Meeting
This Colombian music genre, traditionally played with accordion, caja, and guacharaca, originated on Colombia’s Caribbean coast.
Vallenato
Guascas are an essential ingredient in this traditional Colombian soup made with several types of potatoes, chicken, and corn.
Ajiaco
What does the Colombian saying “Quien pidio pollo” mean?
"who's looking good today?" or "what a babe / hot stuff!"
Colombia shares a land border with five countries. Name three of them.
Venezuela, Brazil, Peru, Ecuador, Panama
Name three members of the current COBC executive board.
Andrea, Jimena, Isa, Miguel, Vero, Ren, Yvannah, Josue, Liz, Vale, Lucas, Sofia, Madi, Juanpa, Sophia, Nikita
Who is this? His stage name combines his first and second names, and he is known for hits including A Dios le Pido and La Camisa Negra.
Juanes
This Colombian cheese bread is made with cassava starch and is especially associated with the Valle del Cauca region.
Pandebono
During the nine days leading up to Christmas, Colombian families gather for prayers, songs, food, and celebration as part of this tradition.
Las Novenas
What year did Colombia declare independence from Spain?
1810
What year was COBC ORIGINALLY founded?
2020
FINISH THE LYRIC:
Oh gloria inmarcesible!
¡Oh júbilo inmortal!
¡En surcos de dolores
El bien germina ya
This traditional Colombian comfort food is commonly made by breaking pieces of bread, arepa, or crackers into warm milk, sometimes with additions like panela or cheese.
Migado
What does the saying "enguayabado" mean?