Ancient Quito
Spanish Colonization
Independence
Modern Quito
100

Which empire conquered Quito in the 15th century?

The Inca Empire

100

Who founded the city of Quito?

Sebastián de Benalcázar 


100

Which group controlled Quito before independence?

The Spanish 

100

What is Quito famous for?

Its historic center 

200

Who were the original inhabitants of Quito before the Incas?

Quitu-Cara

200

In which year was Quito officially founded?

1534 

200

In which year was Quito finally liberated from Spanish rule?

1822 

200

Which UNESCO title did Quito receive in 1978?

World Heritage Site 

300

What type of economy did ancient Quito communities mainly have?  

What type of economy did ancient Quito communities mainly have? 

300

What architectural style is most visible in Quito’s historic center?

Baroque

 

300

What important event happened on August 10, 1809?

The First Cry of Independence 

300

What volcano overlooks the city of Quito?

Pichincha

400

What natural danger did ancient Quito inhabitants face most often?

Volcanic eruptions 

400

Which religious order played a major role in building Quito’s churches?

The Franciscans 

400

Who led the liberation army in the Battle of Pichincha?

Antonio José de Sucre 

400

What museum is located at the Middle of the World?

The Intiñan Museum