Food & Drink
What is a common Guatemalan food wrapped in leaves?
Tamales
When is Guatemala‘s Independence Day?
September 15th
What are traditional Guatemalan clothing called
Trajes Típicos
What is Guatemala’s national instrument?
Marimba
What is the official language of Guatemala?
Spanish
What drink is often made with corn?
Atol
What bird is on Guatemala’s Flag?
The Quetzal
What are Trajes Típicos often made by hand on?
A loom
What is the marimba made of?
Wood
How many colors are on the Guatemalan flag?
2 (blue and white)
What popular dish include chicken, spices, and sauce?
Pepián
What colors are on the Flag?
Blue and White
What colors are common seen in Guatemala clothing?
Bright colors
Is the marimba played alone or in groups?
In groups
What is Guatemala’s currency called?
Quetzal
What fruit is commonly grown in Guatemala?
Bananas
What celebration is known for colorful carpets?
Semana Santa
What is the name of the wooden instrument played in Guatemala?
Marimba
Music and dance are important for what events?
Celebrations and festivals
What is the name of colorful carpets made during Semana Santa (in Spanish)
Alfombras
Guatemala is famous for producing what drink worldwide?
Coffe
What Guatemalan holiday is celebrated on November 1 with giant colorful kites to honor the dead?
Día de los Muertos
Who usually wears Trajes Típicos today?
Indigenous people
What culture influenced Guatemalan music?
Mayan Culture
What traditional Guatemalan kite festival takes place on November 1st?
Barriletes Gigantes (Giant Kites Festiva)