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100
When is Cinco de Mayo?
5th of May
100
What ancient civilization lived in Mexico?
The Mayans
100
Name two percussion instruments used Brazil and Mexico
Drums, maracas
100
What continent is Brazil on?
South America
100
What language is spoken in Mexico?
Spanish
200
What South American country celebrates Carnival?
Brazil
200
What are three main foods of the Mayans?
sweet potato, maize, beans, squash, chili peppers
200
Capoeira is a type of ______ and ________
dance and martial arts
200
The Amazon Rainforest covers 50% of Brazil (True/False)
False
200
What language is spoken in Brazil?
Portuguese
300
What holiday do the people of Mexico celebrate with colorful skulls and skeletons?
Dias de los Muertos, the Day of the Dead
300
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This is a picture of what instrument?
Ayotl
300
What is this type of band called?
Marachi Band
300
What are two types of landforms you can find in Mexico?
Rain forest, desert, and mountains
300
What does obrigado mean?
Thank you
400
During Carnival, what are three very colorful items used to celebrate during the parade?
Floats, masks, and costumes
400
What country conquered Brazil?
Portugal
400
Who created Samba music?
Freed African slaves
400
What is the capital of Mexico?
Mexico City
400
What does each color represent on the flag?
Red = Blood of soldiers
White = Unity
Green = Hope
500
Where is the biggest Carnival celebrated in Brazil?
Rio de Janerio
500
What is the name of the ball game played by Mayans?
Mesoamerican Ballgame
500
What type of modern dance was influence by Capoeira?
Brake dance and hip-hop
500
What river runs through Brazil?
Amazon River
500
What does the colors of the flag represent?
Green = rainforest
Yellow = mineral wealth
Blue = Night Sky