Art
Which South American country is actor “Pedro Pascal” from?
Chile
What is the governmental system/ideology of Cuba?
Communism
Which 3 oceans border Canada?
Pacific, Atlantic, Arctic
What popular Canadian dish consists of french fries and cheese curds topped with gravy?
Poutine
In what country is “Dia de los Muertos”, or “Day of the Dead”, celebrated?
Mexico
What genre of music originated in Jamaica, and was primarily made famous by Bob Marley?
Reggae
When did Mexico gain Independence from Spain?
1821
How long is the Panama Canal?
50 miles (80 kilometers)
What is a Barbecue known as in Argentina?
Asado
In which Canadian province is French the dominant language?
Quebec
What country is famous filmmaker and author “Guillermo Del Toro” from?
Mexico
What ancient empire resided in the Andes Mountains, centered in what is now present-day Peru?
The Inca Empire
Which three countries does the Amazon river flow through?
Brazil, Peru, Colombia
Pupusas are the national dish of which Central American Country?
El Salvador
What is the dominant language of Brazil?
Portuguese
Which Mexican artist and feminist is famous for her self-portraits exploring themes of identity? (She is also known for her prominent eyebrows!)
Frida Kahlo
Which Latin American Country was the first to free itself from European rule?
Haiti
Which two South American countries are landlocked?
Bolivia, Paraguay
In which country is “Cuy”, or Guinea Pig, a popular and traditional delicacy?
Peru
What is the name of the Jamaican athlete who is considered the fastest man alive?
Usain Bolt
What country is Fernando Botero from, an artist most well known for his distinct style “Boterism” that depicts figures with exaggerated size and proportions?
Colombia
Who was Bolivia named after, for his central role in the wars of independence against Spanish rule?
Simón Bolívar
Which Central American Country is known as “The Land of Lakes and Volcanoes”?
Nicaragua
What is the name of the hot caffeinated beverage, made from the plant of the same name, that is often shared to symbolize hospitality, friendship, and community?
Yerba Mate
What cultures are present in the Rio De Janeiro Carnival?
African, Portuguese, and Indigenous Cultures