Country History
When did Honduras gain independence from Spain?
1821
What inspired who to name Honduras "Honduras"
The great depth of the oceans on the Honduran coasts inspired Christopher Columbus to give this country its name, which translates to "great depths".
Hola
Hello
Where is Olancho Aid based?
Olancho, Honduras
What US Company controlled majority of banana exports from Honduras in the early 19th century?
The United Fruit Company
What is the name of the ancient Mayan ruins in Honduras?
Copan
Mi nombre es Tom, qué gusto conocerte.
My name is Tom, how nice to meet you.
When was Olancho Aid founded?
1991
What US-backed Nicaraguan counter-revolutionaries where based in Honduras during the 1980s
The Contras
What are the two names of Honduras' capital cities?
Tegucigalpa-Administrative capital, where most government functioning happens.
Comayagüela
Muchas gracias que fue deliciosa.
Thank you so much that was delicious.
What are the names of the two schools ran by Olancho Aid?
Escuelita Nazareth and Instituto Oscar Cardenal Rodriguez
Who did armed forces chief General Gustavo Alvarez respond to increasing political unrest in 1982 and 83?
By ordering the detention of trade union activists and left-wing sympathizers. Death squads are allegedly used to eliminate subversive elements.
What is the national bird of Honduras?
Scarlet Macaw
¿Cuánto cuesta eso?
How much does that cost?
What vocational skill do students at Escuelita Nazareth have the opportunity to learn practice and earn a stipend from?
Water purifying
How many children were killed by death squads in 2000?
1000
What percent of the Honduran economy is made up of remittances?
29%
¿Qué esperas llegar a ser después de terminar la escuela?
What do you hope to become after you finish school?
What are the 6 core values of Olancho Aid?
Inclusivity, Solidarity, Collaboration, Faith, Innovation, Integrity.