Ecuador’s Geography
This is the capital city of Ecuador.
What is Quito?
Ecuador gained its independence from Spain on this date.
What is August 10, 1809?
This is Ecuador’s official language.
What is Spanish?
Pasillo is often referred to as this type of musical genre in Ecuador.
What is the national music of Ecuador
Ecuador is the world’s leading exporter of this tropical fruit.
What is bananas?
Ecuador is bordered by these three geographical features
What are Colombia, Peru, and the Pacific Ocean?
This revolutionary leader is known as the "Liberator" of South America and played a role in Ecuador’s independence.
Who is Simón Bolívar?
This indigenous group in Ecuador is famous for their colorful textiles and market in Otavalo.
Who are the Otavalo people?
Pasillo originated from this mix of European and indigenous influences.
What are Spanish waltzes and Andean rhythms?
Ecuador uses this foreign currency as its official money.
What is the U.S. dollar?
This famous archipelago, part of Ecuador, is known for its unique wildlife and inspired Charles Darwin.
What are the Galápagos Islands?
The Battle of Pichincha, which secured Ecuador’s independence, was fought on this mountain.
What is Volcán Pichincha?
Ecuadorians celebrate this traditional festival in February, known for water fights and colorful parades.
What is Carnival?
This string instrument is essential in Pasillo performances.
What is the guitar?
Ecuador was the first country in the world to recognize these rights in its constitution.
What are the rights of nature?
Ecuador’s landscape features three main regions. Name them.
What are the Coast (La Costa), the Highlands (La Sierra), and the Amazon (El Oriente)?
Before Spanish colonization, Ecuador was part of this ancient empire.
What is the Inca Empire?
This Ecuadorian drink made from tropical fruits is commonly served during celebrations
What is colada morada?
Pasillo’s themes often focus on this emotion, making it deeply reflective.
What is melancholy or nostalgia?
Ecuador’s flag has three colors. Name them.
What are yellow, blue, and red and a crest
This monument in Ecuador marks the exact line of the equator.
What is La Mitad del Mundo?
This treaty ended Spanish colonial rule in Ecuador and established its independence.
What is the Treaty of Guayaquil?
Ecuadorian art often features imagery from this natural landmark, seen in the works of Oswaldo Guayasamín.
What is the Andes Mountains?
This famous Ecuadorian musician is credited with popularizing Pasillo internationally.
Who is Julio Jaramillo?
This mountain in Ecuador is the closest point to the sun due to its location and height.
What is Mount Chimborazo?