History
Which explorer landed in the Dominican Republic in 1492?
Christopher Columbus
What type of climate does the DR have?
Tropical
Which tropical fruit can be found in the DR
What are the colors of the Dominican flag?
Blue, white, and red
What is the national language of the DR
Spanish
What is the currency of the Dominican Republic?
Pesos
Is the Dominican Republic an island, a mountain, or a desert?
An island
A traditional meal of stewed meat, red beans, and rice is regularly served in Dominican households. It’s called La Bandera, which means
The flag
Dominican Republic in spanish.....
Republica Dominicana
The DR has very strong.....roots
indigenous
A special dance style developed in the Dominican Republic. Its quick dance steps are matched by equally fast-paced music. This dance is
merengue
What is the tallest mountain in the Dominican Republic?
Tostones (tos-TOE-nays) are a popular fried side dish made from local
plantains
The Dominican Republic comprises two thirds of the island of Hispaniola. What comprises the other one third?
Haiti
The most popular sport in the Dominican Republic is...
Baseball
What is the country's indigenous name?
Quisqueya
The Dominican Republic is the only place in the world where the semi-precious stone called....is found
Larimar
Morir soñando is a type of traditional what?
True or false. Did the DR ever have a dictator?
True
Name two cities/states of the DR
(Any two cities/states)
Bible
What is the national flower of DR?
Name one food/drink traditionally from the DR
Morir sonando, yaroa, pastel en hoja, quipe, etc...
On February 27, 1844, the Dominican Republic declared its independence from
Spain
What holiday is celebrated on February 27 in the Dominican Republic?
Independence Day