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This man is known as the “Father of the Dominican Republic.”
Who is Juan Pablo Duarte?
On this day, Dominicans celebrate the end of Spanish rule and the start of independence.
What is February 27th?
This mashed plantain breakfast dish often comes with “los tres golpes.”
What is mangú?
Known for its güira and tambora, this genre is considered the heartbeat of the DR.
What is Merengue?
This versatile word can mean “thing,” “problem,” “situation,” or almost anything.
What is vaina?
This tropical fruit is one of the most popular foods in the Dominican Republic and appears in many jokes.
What is the plantain (plátano)?
These three leaders are celebrated every February 27 as the founders of the nation.
Who are Duarte, Sánchez, and Mella?
This holiday, celebrated on August 16, marks the country’s restoration of independence.
What is Restoration Day?
This iconic soup varies by region and may contain three, five, or seven types of meat.
What is sancocho?
This global bachata superstar began his career with Aventura.
Who is Romero Santos?
This slang expression means “cool,” “good,” or “nice.”
What is Jevi?
This warm body of water surrounds the Dominican Republic.
What is the Caribbean Sea?
This Dominican city is the capital of the country.
What is Santo Domingo?
These four sisters became symbols of resistance after their 1960 assassination.
Who are the Mirabal Sisters?
This sweet Easter dessert is made from beans, milk, sugar, and spices.
What are habichuelas con dulce?
This Dominican-born rapper and global icon is known for hits like “I Like It.”
Who is Cardi B?
A Dominican might say this phrase to mean “everything is fine.”
What is ta’ to’?
This sport is the most popular in the Dominican Republic.
What is baseball?
This major event happened on February 27, 1844.
What is Dominican Independence Day?
The Dominican Republic shares the island of Hispaniola with this country.
What is Haiti?
A typical Dominican breakfast includes salami, queso frito, and this fried food.
What is huevo frito (fried egg)?
Often heard at Dominican parties, artists like El Alfa lead this energetic genre.
What is dembow?
This classic expression is what a Dominican says when something makes no sense.
What is tú tá loco/a?
Many Dominican neighborhoods are known for loud music and this popular sidewalk game.
What is dominoes?
This European country colonized the eastern side of Hispaniola for centuries.
What is Spain?
This famous Dominican landmark is known as the first cathedral built in the Americas.
What is the Catedral Primada de América?
This type of rice dish comes in multiple versions, including guandules and habichuelas.
What is moro?
This award-winning artist and his band 4.40 are credited with elevating merengue internationally.
Who is Juan Luis Guerra?
When annoyed, Dominicans often begin with this phrase meaning “come on now…”
What is ‘Ay, pero ven acá’?
This is the most visited tourist area in the Dominican Republic, known for its beaches and resorts.
What is Punta Cana?