Geography
What islands are part of Ecuador?
Galapagos Island
Before Spanish colonization, Ecuador was ruled by this empire.
The Incan Empire
What are the main two languages of Ecuador?
Spanish and Quechua
What's the capital of Ecuador?
Quito
These three colors are on Ecuador's flag.
Yellow Red and Blue
T/F: The equator runs through Quito.
True
This neighboring country invaded Ecuador and has made many land disputes with them.
Peru
This word means the mixing of values and cultures for people in Ecuador.
Ranti-Ranti
This port city has the largest population in Ecuador.
Guayaquil (2.27 million)
Name our three professional mentors.
What two countries border Ecuador?
Colombia and Peru
The early conservative politician united Ecuador after their independence from Spain, and was assassinated in 1875.
Gabriel García Moreno
This word is a mixture of friend or partner.
Mashi
What is the most common religion in Ecuador today?
Catholicism
Mount Chimborazo is the tallest mountain in Ecuador. Guess its elevation! (+/- 1000 ft)
6,263 meters (20,548 feet)
The name three regions of mainland Ecuador in Spanish.
La Sierra (Tropical), La Costa (Coast), El Oriente (Amazon)
Following their successful uprising against colonial Spain, these four now independent countries united and formed the confederation of Gran Colombia.
Ecuador, Panama, Colombia, and Venezuela
This word reflects a traditional practice of unity, community and cooperation, where individuals work collectively towards community's well-being.
Minga
When did Ecuador adopt the US dollar?
2000 (I will accept 2001, bc the video said this)
What is the name of our program engineer for EWB-USA?
Wilmer Santacruz
How many provinces does Ecuador have?
24 Provinces
This group occupied Ecuador for 3500 to 1500 BC, making them one of Ecuador's earliest cultures.
Valdivia
How do you say "Engineers Without Borders" in Spanish?
Ingenieros Sin Fronteras
This modern president held office from 2007-2017, and he established Ecuador's current constitution in 2008.
Rafeal Correa
Spell the name of the village our project is based in.
San Pedro de Cachiguayco