In which year did Ecuador adopt the U.S. dollar as its official currency to stabilize the economy?
2000
Who was president from 2008 to 2017?
Rafael correa
Which volcano, located in the Andes Mountains, is the highest point in Ecuador and one of the highest active volcanoes in the world?
Cotopaxi
Which iconic animal, found in the Galápagos Islands, played a significant role in Charles Darwin's theory of evolution?
Tortoise
What significant event occurred in 1998 that had a major impact on Ecuador's economy?
Financial crisis
Who succeeded Rafael Correa as the president of Ecuador in 2017?
Lenín Moreno
In 2006, which volcano experienced a significant eruption, affecting nearby towns and leading to evacuations?
Tungurahua
In the Galápagos Islands, which species of tortoise, once thought to be extinct, was discovered in 2019, bringing hope for conservation efforts?
Pinta Tortoise
In the early 2000s, Ecuador and Peru resolved a longstanding border dispute with the help of international __________.
Mediation
Which president of Ecuador, known for his nickname "El Loco," was in office for only six months in 1997 before being removed from power?
Abdalá Bucaram
In 2021, which volcano erupted, leading to ashfall in nearby areas and prompting the government to declare a state of emergency?
Sangay
In Ecuador, which plant species found in the Andean Highlands plays a crucial role in water regulation and is well-adapted to the harsh conditions of the paramo ecosystem?
Frailejones
Ecuador is known for the Galápagos Islands, which played a significant role in the development of which scientific theory?
Theory of Evolution
Who was the first president of Ecuador in the 21st century?
Gustavo Noboa
Which volcanic island in the Galápagos archipelago experienced a volcanic eruption in 2018, leading to concerns for the unique wildlife in the area?
Fernandina
Which marine reserve, established in 1998, aims to protect the diverse marine life around the Galápagos Islands?
Galápagos Marine Sanctuary
Which indigenous group played a crucial role in the protests against oil drilling in the Amazon rainforest in the 2000s?
Huaorani
Who was the president of Ecuador during the border conflict with Peru in 1995?
Jamil Mahuad
In the 1990s, which volcano became particularly active, prompting the government to declare a state of emergency in the surrounding region?
Tungurahua
What initiative, launched in the 1990s, focuses on the conservation of the unique biodiversity of the Galápagos Islands?
Galápagos Conservation Program