Fun Facts
These are found in Chile (Egypt is famous for them)
The worlds oldest mummies found?
The most famous dish in Chile
Pastel de Choclo
Where is Chile located?
Western South America
Who, in 1505 attempted to circumnavigate the globe? (double points)
Fernando de Magallanes
Why is Chile so biodiverse and why does Chile have a wide variety of ecosystems?
Becuase its a long and narrow strip of land
A traditional summer drink
Mote con Huesillo
Santiago
What is the capital of Chile?
When did Chile gain Independance (double points)
1818
September 18, 1810 – Chile held its First National Government Junta in Santiago, marking the start of the independence movement. This date is celebrated as Chile’s Independence Day (Fiestas Patrias).
February 12, 1818 – The Chilean Declaration of Independence was formally proclaimed.
April 5, 1818 – The Battle of Maipú secured the independence militarily, with victory over Spanish royalist forces.
What is the national animal (not bird)
The South Andean Deer?
What is the most popular dessert or snack in Chile?
Cuchufli
Peru and Bolivia to the north, Argentina to the east, and the Pacific Ocean to the west.
What boarders Chile?
18,000 years ago
When did the first humans arrive to what is now Chile?
Why is Chile so rich?
Copper and it's open market economy
What are some sodas in Chile uncommon inn other countries?
Kem Piña and Limon Soda
Its the Southernmost country
Where is Chile located on the world map?
Spain
Who colonized Chile first?
How long is Chile?
4,300 kms/ 2,653 miles long
What is are the ingredients for a tradtional Chile halfmoon meat pie? (name 5 min.)
Ground or minced beef (traditionally small diced beef, but ground beef is common), Onions (lots of them, usually cooked until soft and sweet), Paprika, Cumin, Oregano, Boiled egg, Black olives, Raisins.
35.6751 S, 71.5430 W
What are Chiles absolute coordinants?
1808 (double points)
When did Napoleons French army invade Spain and capture their monarch?