Location
What region is Guatemala in?
Central America
Maya
What holiday honors oved ones who has passed away?
Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)
When does the school year run in Guatemala?
January to October
How do people often greet each other?
Handshake, sometimes cheek kiss
Name one country that borders Guatemala
Mexico, Belize, Honduras, or El Salvador
Which country colonized Guatemala?
Spain
What food is made from fried plantains stuffed with sweet beans?
Rellenitos
Who controls education in Guatemala?
Ministry of Education
What type of communication is common in the workplace?
Indirect communication
What is the capital of Guatemala?
Guatemala City
When did Guatemala gain independence?
1820s
What do people fly on November 1st?
Giant kites
What is a passing grade in universities?
51
Why is small talk important?
To build relationships
What types of landscapes are found in Guatemala?
Mountains, Volcanoes, and Rainforests
What type of government does Guatemala have?
Democratic republic
What is celebrated on September 15th?
Independence Day
Name one challenge students face
Dropout rates, poverty, language barriers, limited access
Why might auditory learning be difficult for some students?
Language barrier
What two bodies of water border Guatemala?
Pacific Ocean & Caribbean Sea
When did the civil war end?
1996
What are alfombras made out of?
Colored sawdust, flowers, seeds, and fruits
Name one improvement in the education system
Teacher training, school feeding programs, digital learning
What is one body gesture teachers should avoid?
Pointing, crossing arms, “OK” sign, standing too close