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ñaño/ñaña is commonly used to refer to this...

What is Brother/Sister

100

Ecuador’s capital is…

What is Quito

100

This traditional dish is made from guinea pig and is especially popular in the Andes

What is cuy

100

Ecuador takes its name from this global geographic marker that cuts directly across the country.

What is The Equator

100

This Ecuadorian tradition involves people gathering on December 31st to burn a life-sized figure representing the old year.

What is Año viejo 

200

If someone says “Ponte las pilas,” they want you to do this

What is “Pay attention, Lock in, Be alert”

200

Ecuador borders these two countries from the north, south, and east

What is Colombia and Peru

200

This coastal dish combines citrus‑marinated seafood with tomato, onion, and cilantro, and is often paired with chifles.

What is ceviche ecuatoriano? 

200

This remote Pacific province, famous for giant tortoises and evolutionary discovery , is one of Ecuador’s most visited natural destinations.

What is the Galápagos? 

200

If you're celebrating Carnaval in Ecuador, staying completely dry may be difficult. What is the substance most famously used in the playful battles that take place during the festivities?

What is water

300

The phrase “estoy chuchaqui” is commonly used when someone is

What is a hangover

300

This is the nickname of Ecuador’s national football team

What is La Tri

300

Known for its bright orange skin and tart, citrus‑like flavor, this tropical Andean fruit is the essential ingredient in the Ecuadorian drink jugo de

What is Narallinja

300

This Ecuadorian city, located in the southern Andes, is known for its historic center, blue-domed cathedral, and UNESCO World Heritage status.

What is Cuenca

300

This traditional Ecuadorian dish, commonly eaten during Dia de los difuntos, is made form a sweet bread dough and shaped like a baby.. 

What is Guaguags de Pan

400

The word “Farra” is described as an event which is …

What is Party

400

Name the four regions in Ecuador

La Sierra, La Costa, El Oriente, Galapagos

400

This Ecuadorian dish consists of potatoes, cheese, avocado, and a creamy peanut-based sauce, and is especially popular in the highlands

What is llapingachos 

400

This iconic Ecuadorian landmark, located just outside the capital, was constructed in the 20th century to commemorate a geographic measurement that divides the planet into two hemispheres.

Ciudad mitad del mundo

400

Inti Raymi is deeply connected to the agricultural cycle. For the Indigenous communities who celebrate it, what natural element is traditionally honored as an important source of life and energy?

What is The Sun

500

Calling someone “longo” suggests they’re behaving in a way associated with this level of maturity.

What is childish or immature

500

This item's misleading international name became popular after it was seen being worn by workers during the construction of a major engineering project in the early 20th century. Although associated with another country by name, it has traditionally been crafted in Ecuador.

What is the Panama hat?

500

Often sold by street vendors, this Ecuadorian dessert is fluffy, traditionally flavored with guava, and served like ice cream

What is espumilla

500

This river, one of the major tributaries of the Amazon River, flows through Ecuador’s eastern Amazon region before continuing into Peru

What is the Napo River 

500

A celebration where Catholic traditions meet Ecuadorian culture, this event is especially recognizable for its elaborate sweets and festivities that continue into the evening. What celebration is this?

What is Corpus Christi de Cuenca

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