Peru
What is the capital city of Peru?
Lima
These people built Machu Picchu.
The Incas
What can you do with your water bottle instead of throwing it away?
reuse or recycle it
Why are trees so important for the Earth’s air?
Oxygen and clean air
What does “Machu Picchu” mean in Quechua, the language of the Incas?
Old Mountain
This fluffy animal lives in the Andes.
Alpaca
Machu Picchu is on top of a tall what?
Mountain
When you visit Machu Picchu, bring this kind of bottle to help the Earth.
reusable bottle?
True or False: Llamas and alpacas are the same animal.
False
What is biodiversity, and why is it important for places like Peru?
Biodiversity means having many different plants and animals. It keeps ecosystems healthy and balanced.
Peru is on this continent.
South America
People walk this famous trail to get to Machu Picchu.
Inca Trail
If people throw plastic on the mountain, what might happen to animals?
Animals might eat it and they get sick
This big bird lives in the rainforest and has colourful feathers.
Macaw
How are alpacas and llamas different?
Alpacas are smaller, have softer wool compared to llamas
What are the two main colours of Peru’s flag.
Red and White
In which year was Machu Picchu officially discovered?
1911
To protect the plants at Machu Picchu, we should stay…
on the trail or path
If too many trees are cut down near Machu Picchu, what might happen to the animals living there?
They might lose their homes and have to go away.
Why is Machu Picchu called the “Lost City”?
Because it was hidden in the mountains and not known to the outside world for centuries.
What is the name of the big river that runs through Peru and the rainforest?
The Amazon River
This city is the main starting point for visiting Machu Picchu.
Cusco
Why is recycling important?
It helps reduce waste and saves the planets natural resources
In which mountain range is Machu Picchu located?
The Andes
What does “carbon footprint” mean?
It’s the amount of carbon dioxide a person or activity adds to the air.