South America, Central America and The Caribbean

South America & Latin America

Multiple Choice

How many countries are part of South America?

• 14

• 10

• 12

• 15

There are 12 countries that are part of South America! Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana, Paraguay, Peru, Suriname, Uruguay, and Venezuela.

​

Fun Fact: French Guiana is not considered a "South American" country. This small region is actually part of France, so it is part of the EU!

Multiple Choice

How many countries are part of Latin America & the Caribbean?

• 30

• 25

• 33

• 34

There are 33 countries that make up Latin America & the Caribbean!

​

Did you know?

There are several different languages spoken throughout the region. These include: Spanish, Portuguese, French, Creole & Patois, as well as several Indigenous languages like Quechua and Guarani.

Open Ended

What country are you from?

Open Ended

What language(s) do you speak?

Let's all say hello!

Multiple Select

What are some geographical features of South America?

• The Andes

• The Iguazu Falls

• The Atacama Dessert

• The Amazon Rainforest

​The longest mountain range in the world. It spans some 8,900 kilometres from the north to the south of the continent.

​​The Andes

​

This water system is made up of 275 individual​ waterfalls spanding over 3km between Brazil and Argentina. Their size ranges between 60 - 82 meters tall, making them bigger than Niagara Falls.

​​The iguazu falls

​

The driest place on Earth is located in Chile and it's surrounded by the Pacific Coast and the Andes. Temperatures can be as hot at 40º C and as cold as 5º C.

​​the atacama desert

​

Considered to have the greatest biodiversity in the world, the rainforest spans over Brazil, Bolivia, Venezuela, Peru, Ecuador, Guyana, Suriname, Colombia and French Guiana.

​​the amazon

​

Open Ended

Who is your favourite Latine artist?

Open Ended

What is your favourite movie made in/based on Latin America? (Encanto, Coco, etc.)

Multiple Select

Favourite Dance Genre?

• Merengue

• Salsa

• Cumbia

• Reggaeton

Multiple Choice

In what country is the tallest waterfall (1000 m) in the world found?

• Brazil

• Argentina

• Venezuela

• Colombia

Here's more cool facts about south america

Multiple Choice

How many Indigenous Groups live in Latin America and the Caribbean?

• 500

• 250

• 826

• 357

Did you know?​

Multiple Choice

What is the most widely spoken Indigenous language in South America?

• Quechua

• Guarani

• Nahuatl

• Aymara

Multiple Select

Which New Wonder of the World is found in South America?

• Taj Mahal

• Chichén Itzá

• Christ the Redeemer

• Machu Piccu

• Petra

A 30 metre statue​ built by on top of the 700 metre high Mount Corcovado in Rio De Janeiro. It was constructed between 1922 and 1931 and has now become one of Brazil's most iconic landmarks and a symbol of Christianity. Fun fact: You can get married at the Cristo Redentor. There is a small chapel found at the base of the statue.

​​Christ the Redeemer (Cristo Redentor)

​

A UNESCO World Heritage Site built around 1450 AD. It is said that this Incan city found 2430 meteres above sea level was built for the Incan Emperor Pachacuti. Nowadays, to preserve the site there is a no-fly zone implemented, only 2500 visitors/day are allowed and they must follow a one-way walkway to reduce foot traffic.

​​Machu Piccu

​

Match

Which country does each traditional clothing belong to?

Colombia

Argentina

Peru

Brazil

Suriname

• Colombia

• Argentina

• Peru

• Brazil

• Suriname

Match

Which type of dance originated in each each country?

Bachata

Salsa

Cumbia

Tango

Merengue

• Bachata

• Salsa

• Cumbia

• Tango

• Merengue

​Dances from Latin America

Multiple Choice

What is the most popular sport in South America?

• Basketball

• Football

• Volleyball

• Baseball

Open Ended

Do you know any famous football players from South America?

​

let's test your spanish!

​

Open Ended

How do you say Hello in Spanish?

Open Ended

How do you say Please in Spanish?

Open Ended

How do you say Excuse Me in Spanish?

Open Ended

How do you say Thank You Very Much in Spanish?