
South America, Central America and The Caribbean
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South America & Latin America
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Multiple Choice
How many countries are part of South America?
14
10
12
15
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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!
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Multiple Choice
How many countries are part of Latin America & the Caribbean?
30
25
33
34
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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.
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Open Ended
What country are you from?
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Open Ended
What language(s) do you speak?
Let's all say hello!
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Multiple Select
What are some geographical features of South America?
The Andes
The Iguazu Falls
The Atacama Dessert
The Amazon Rainforest
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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
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Open Ended
Who is your favourite Latine artist?
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Open Ended
What is your favourite movie made in/based on Latin America? (Encanto, Coco, etc.)
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Multiple Select
Favourite Dance Genre?
Merengue
Salsa
Cumbia
Reggaeton
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Multiple Choice
In what country is the tallest waterfall (1000 m) in the world found?
Brazil
Argentina
Venezuela
Colombia
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Here's more cool facts about south america
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Multiple Choice
How many Indigenous Groups live in Latin America and the Caribbean?
500
250
826
357
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Did you know?
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Multiple Choice
What is the most widely spoken Indigenous language in South America?
Quechua
Guarani
Nahuatl
Aymara
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Multiple Select
Which New Wonder of the World is found in South America?
Taj Mahal
Chichén Itzá
Christ the Redeemer
Machu Piccu
Petra
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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
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Match
Which country does each traditional clothing belong to?
Colombia
Argentina
Peru
Brazil
Suriname
Colombia
Argentina
Peru
Brazil
Suriname
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Match
Which type of dance originated in each each country?
Bachata
Salsa
Cumbia
Tango
Merengue
Bachata
Salsa
Cumbia
Tango
Merengue
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Dances from Latin America
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Multiple Choice
What is the most popular sport in South America?
Basketball
Football
Volleyball
Baseball
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Open Ended
Do you know any famous football players from South America?
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let's test your spanish!
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Open Ended
How do you say Hello in Spanish?
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Open Ended
How do you say Please in Spanish?
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Open Ended
How do you say Excuse Me in Spanish?
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Open Ended
How do you say Thank You Very Much in Spanish?
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