belize

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100

I’m the longest river in Belize, starting up in the Maya Mountains and winding through lush rainforests until I reach the sea. What am I?

 The Belize River

200

i’m a large lagoon located near Belize City, home to manatees, crocodiles, and over 500 species of birds. Sailors use me as a protected harbor. What am I?

The Belize City Port

300

We are a chain of islands off the coast of Belize, known for our sandy beaches, coral reefs, and laid-back vibe. Scuba divers and snorkelers love exploring our waters. What are we?

the cayes

400

I’m the tallest peak and most famous mountain in Belize, located in the Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary. Hikers love the challenge of climbing my 3,675 feet. What mountain am I?

Victoria Peak

500

 I’m Belize’s largest offshore coral atoll, famous for my stone formations that emerge above sea level. What am I?

Glover’s Reef

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100

 I’m Belize’s capital since 1970, located inland along the Belize River. I’m home to Belize’s government offices and national university. What growing city am I?

Belmopan

200

 I’m Belize’s former capital and largest city, located at the mouth of the Belize River. What city am I?

belize city

300

 We’re Belize’s national flower. Our five petals range in color from red to orange and we bloom on vines in the rainforest canopy. What are we?

The black orchid

400

 I’m a coastal town in southern Belize, popular for my Garifuna culture, fishing, and access to the Barrier Reef. What town am I?

Dangriga 

500

 I’m Belize’s national constitutional document, setting out the structure, powers, and limits of the government. I took effect when Belize became independent in 1981. What document am I?

 The Constitution of Belize

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100

I’m an ancient civilization that built large cities and temples in Belize between 2000 BC and 900 AD. Our architectural achievements included tall pyramids. Who are we?

the maya

200

I’m a spicy condiment served with many dishes in Belize, made from habanero peppers and other seasonings. What am I?

 Marie Sharp’s hot sauce

300

 I’m a brightly colored parrot native to the jungles of Belize. My name comes from the Mayan words for “yellow head.” What am I?

The keel-billed toucan

400

 I’m the mixed language spoken by most Belizeans in informal settings. I blend English and Kriol vocabularies and grammars. What language am I?

belize creole

500

: I’m the Belizean dollar, the official currency of Belize since 1976. My ISO code is BZD. What am I?

bzd

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100

: I’m Belize’s largest island, famous for my sandy beaches, luxury resorts, and underwater cave systems. What island am I?

ambergis caye

200

I’m a rum-based liquor and one of Belize’s national drinks. I’m made from sugarcane and known for my darker color. What am I?

belikin beer

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300

I’m a Garifuna settlement in southern Belize, where you can experience this unique Afro-Caribbean culture through food, music, and dance. What am I?

Hopkins

400

 I’m Belize’s head of state, but I don’t actually live in Belize. I’m the monarch of the United Kingdom. Who am I?

queen elizabeth 11

500

I’m Belize’s most valuable export crop, grown on large plantations for export. What tropical product am I?

sugar cane

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100

 I’m a beach town in central Belize known for my sandy beaches, restaurants, and island ferries headed to the cayes. What town am I?

San Pedro

200

 We’re a traditional breakfast dish in Belize, made from fried dough that’s soaked in coconut milk and spices. What are we?

fryjack

300

I’m Belize’s most famous Mayan ruin, located near San Ignacio. Tourists come to see my tall temple pyramids rising above the jungle canopy. What site am I?

Xunantunich

400

I’m the Belizean head of government who leads the executive branch from Belmopan. My role is similar to a prime minister. What am I called?

the Prime Minister of Belize

500

I’m a small coastal village in Belize that became popular when Jacques Cousteau brought divers to my reefs in the 1970s. What village am I?

 Placencia