Slang & Culture
Food & Traditions
Music & Dance
Fun Facts
History & Independence
100

This word means “what’s up?” in Dominican slang.

What is "klk" or "que lo que"?

100

This mashed plantain dish is a classic Dominican breakfast.

What is mangú?

100

This fast-paced dance is considered the national dance of the DR.

What is merengue?

100

The capital city of the DR.

What is Santo Domingo?

100

The Dominican Republic gained independence in this year.

1844

200

This word is used to describe almost anything - situation, thing, drama.

What is "vaina"?

200

This multi-meat stew is often served at big family gatherings.

What is sancocho?

200

This romantic genre originated in the DR and went global.

What is bachata?

200

_______ is considered the unofficial national sport of the DR.

What is baseball?

200

The national hero who led the independence movement.

Who is Juan Pablo Duarte?

300

This phrase means “that’s just how it is.”

What is “eso e’ lo que hay”?

300

These sweet beans are traditionally eaten during Lent.

What are habichuelas con dulce?

300

This Dominican artist is known for "Ojalá Que Llueva Café"

Who is Juan Luis Guerra?

300

The island shared by the DR and Haiti is called this.

What is Hispaniola?

300

The Dominican Republic has the highest mountain in the Caribbean, called this.

What is Pico Duarte?

400

This game is basically a competitive sport that can cause family wars.

What is dominoes?

400

This fried plantain side is smashed and crispy.

What are tostones?

400

This urban genre from the DR dominates TikTok and clubs.

What is dembow?

400

The DR was home to the first _______ in the Americas.

What is cathedral?

400

The secret society founded to plan independence.

What is La Trinitaria?

500

Sunday mornings in many Dominican homes often include loud music and this activity.

What is cleaning?

500

This neighborhood corner store is a cultural staple.

What is a colmado?

500

This instrument in essential in traditional meregue típico.

What is the accordion?

500

The DR flag is the only one in the world that features this religious object.

What is a Bible?

500

The name of the day celebrated every February 27.

What is Día de la Independencia Dominicana (Dominican Independence Day)?