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This Dominican singer and producer has won a record 31 Latin Grammys.

Juan Luis Guerra

100

what is known as a  mashed plantain dish is a popular Dominican breakfast, often served with eggs, cheese, and salami.

Mangu

100

Who are the Taíno

Dominican culture is shaped by African, European, and this indigenous group’s influences. 


100

 What is Merengue?

This fast-paced Dominican music genre is known for its lively beats and is popular at celebrations.

100

What is the Dominican Republic?

This Caribbean country shares the island of Hispaniola with Haiti.

200

This MLB outfielder from the Dominican Republic plays for the New York Mets. 


 Juan Soto


200

Known as the national dish of the Dominican Republic, this meal includes rice, beans, and meat.

La Bandera Dominicana

200

 What is Merengue?


This fast-paced music and dance style is one of the Dominican Republic’s most famous cultural exports.

200

 What is bachata?

Merengue is especially known for being this type of activity at parties and gatherings.

200

What is Haiti?

The Dominican Republic shares Hispaniola with this neighboring country.

300

 Who is known as the “King of Bachata,” this artist helped popularize the genre worldwide.

Romeo Santos

300

What is Chimichurri

This popular Dominican street food is a type of sandwich often compared to a burger.

300

What is Bachata?

Along with merengue, this romantic music genre is central to Dominican celebrations.

300

What is dancing?

Merengue is especially known for being this type of activity at parties and gatherings.

300

What is Hispaniola?

This is the name of the island where the Dominican Republic is located.

400

This actress starred in both Avatar and Guardians of the Galaxy.

Zoe Saldana

400

What are Tostones

These fried green plantain slices are a common Dominican side dish

400

What is Dominican Carnival?

This annual festival in the Dominican Republic features colorful parades, costumes, and dancing.

400

What is the guitar?

Bachata commonly features this type of instrument, giving it a distinctive sound.

400

What is Pico Duarte?

This is the name of the Caribbean’s highest peak, found in the Dominican Republic.

500

What has Jorge Lendeborg Jr played in

This Dominican actor appeared in Bumblebee and Spider-Man: Homecoming.

500

This hearty stew made with meats and root vegetables is often prepared for special occasions.

Sancocho

500

This type of architecture, dating back to European influence, can be seen throughout historic Dominican cities.

What is Colonial architecture?

500

What is the Dominican Republic?

These two musical styles together form the heart of this Caribbean country’s musical identity.

500

What is coastline?

With over 1,000 miles of this natural feature, the Dominican Republic attracts tourists worldwide.