Greetings
Misc
Food
Clothes
Celebrations
100
How do men great other men in Costa Rica?
They greet with a one arm hug or a hand shake.
100
What type of behavior is acceptable in Costa Rica?
Being polite in general is acceptable.
100
True or false? Eating with your family during lunch is not important.
False.
100
True or False? The Costa Ricans take pride in their appearance.
True.
100
What are two holidays that both the U.S and Costa Rica celebrate? (There are many but just say two)
The two mentioned in our presentation are Easter and Christmas.
200
What is the most popular phrase or motto that Costa Ricans say to others?
The say "pura vida".
200
What type of behavior is unacceptable in Costa Rica?
Being rude in general is unacceptable.
200
What is the most important meal of the day?
It is lunch.
200
When is traditional clothing worn?
It is worn on special occasions.
200
True or false? Costa Ricans are very tight knight with their families.
True.
300
What are some of the most common ways to greet someone?
They are "Buenas dias”, “Buenas tardes”, and “Como esta?” A hug, kiss, or a handshake is also common.
300
What two countries are next to Costa Rica?
They are Nicaragua and Panama.
300
What is the Costa Rican food based on?
It is based on black beans and rice, tortillas and bread, fried plantains, and coffee.
300
What do the Costa Ricans wear on a day to day basis?
They wear normal western-style clothing. -shorts, jeans, t-shirts
300
With whom are most special occasions celebrated with?
They are celebrated with family and friends.
400
What is the best option when greeting a new acquaintance in a formal setting?
A firm hand shake.
400
What percent of Costa Rica is national parks, reserves and wildlife refuges?
25% of Costa Rica is national parks, reserves and wildlife refuges.
400
What are the popular fishes and meats eaten in Costa Rica?
They are pork, chicken, dorado, and corvina.
400
What article of clothing do men rarely wear?
They rarely wear shorts. They usually wear long pants.
400
What are some major parts of the celebrations?
Food, dancing, and music are major parts.
500
Is a kiss informal, or customary?
It is customary.
500
What two states of the U.S combined are around the same area as Costa Rica?
They are Vermont and New Hampshire.
500
What does the food eaten on special occasions consist more of?
Food eaten on special occasions consists of more meats and desserts not eaten on a daily basis.
500
Everyone is expected to wear what kind of clothing?
All Costa Ricans are expected to wear clean, new looking, and unwrinkled clothing.
500
Independence Day of Costa Rica is to celebrate Costa Rica's independence from what country?
It is Spain.
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