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Geography/Population;
Points Of Interest;
Celebrations;
Cultural Elements of Communication;
Interesting Facts
100
Which side of Chile is the Andes mountains located on?
East side.
100
What is the English translation of Valle de la Luna?
Moon Valley
100
The Fiestas Patrias is a celebration of what?
Its a remembrance of the day in 1810 when Chilean leaders proclaimed limited self government.
100
How do men in Chile generally greet each other?
They shake hands.
100
How long was the longest drought ever recorded in the Chilean desert?
It didn't rain for over 40 years.
200
What year was the population of Chile, 17.46 million, recorded?
The year 2012.
200
True or False; Isla de Pascua is an island located between Chile and Tahiti.
True.
200
True or False; Actual independence was granted in April 1818.
True.
200
True or False; Greeting between friends and family is more formal than usual.
False, it is much more relaxed.
200
True or False; Chile elected their first female president in February 2007.
False; she was elected president in January 2006.
300
True or False; in Chile it's hot and damp in the south and cool and dry in the north.
False, in Chile, it's dry and hot in the north while in the south, it's cool and damp.
300
In what estimated year is the San Rafael Glacier going to disappear and why?
2030. It retreats as quickly as 1000 meters per year.
300
What five things are included in the party of Fiestas Patrias?
The partying includes many parades, festivals, dancing, refreshments and food.
300
Why do Chileans stand close to one another and why should they not back away from a person?
Because it is considered rude.
300
What type of power is Chile very rich in?
Hydro power.
400
What percent of the total world population is Chilean?
0.25%
400
Which point of interest is the most isolated places on Earth?
Isla de Pascua or Easter Island.
400
What year did Santiago a Mil begin?
1944.
400
Who should always be greeted first when entering a home?
You always greet the head of the house first.
400
Is Catholicism the main religion practiced in Chile? If not, what religion is?
No, Christianity is the main religion.
500
What natural disasters happen in Chile?
Severe earth quakes, active volcanoes and tsunamis.
500
True or False; The San Rafael Glacier is 50 kilometers wide and 80 meters tall.
False, it's 40 kilometers wide and 70 meters tall.
500
True or False; We Tripantu occurs at the same time as the summer equinox.
False, it occurs at the same time as the winter equinox.
500
What gesture is considered rude and vulgar?
Hitting the palm of your left hand with your right fist.
500
What continent does Chile claim part of?
Antartica.