Basics 1
When is Guatemala's independence day?
September 15th
What percentage of people live below the poverty line in Guatemala?
59%
What type of government does Guatemala have?
Presidential Republic
How many active volcanoes does Guatemala have?
4
What did the Maya believe about their rulers?
That they were gods.
Where is Guatemala located?
Central America
What is the capital of Guatemala?
Guatemala City
Who is the current president of Guatemala?
Jimmy Morales
What product did Guatemala begin to sell in the 1870s?
Coffee
When was a woman allowed to rule in Maya society?
If the king was too young or gone at war.
Guatemala is slightly smaller than which U.S. state?
Pennsylvania
What percentage of people are able to read and write in Guatemala?
81%
What is the national symbol of Guatemala?
The Quetzal (bird)
How many mph can pyroclastic flow move?
50 mph
Where is the Maya civilization located?
Mexico and Central America
What type of climate does Guatemala have?
Tropical
Name the 3 major ethnic groups in Guatemala.
Mestizo, European, and Maya
Name the 3 most popular religions in Guatemala.
Roman Catholic, Protestant, and Mayan beliefs.
Where have new Maya ruins been discovered?
Northern Guatemala
Give one example of why the Maya were not a peaceful people.
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Name 2 natural resources found in Guatemala.
Petroleum, Nickel, Rare woods, Fish, and Hydropower
Name the 2 languages spoken in Guatemala.
Spanish and Maya languages
Name 2 of the natural hazards common to Guatemala.
Volcanoes, earthquakes, hurricanes, and tropical storms
New data shows that approximately how many people may have lived in Maya society?
10-15 million
What is a hieroglyph?
A picture that represents a word or sound.