Argentina - Quiz Review

During a school presentation on Argentina, Clay asked, 'What is an Argentinian cowboy called?'

• Gaucho

• Hacienda

• Laredo

• Claminto

During a history project, Alyssa and Owen researched the year Argentina achieved its independence from Spain. Which year did they find?

• 1868

• 1816

• 1945

• 1701

During a history class discussion, Alyssa asked, 'How many times was Juan Peron elected president of Argentina?'

• 4

• 3

• 2

• 1

Who is in the picture on Mattea's presentation slide?

• Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner

• Margaret Thatcher

• Isabel Perón

• Eva (Evita) Perón

What is true about Eva Peron's burial? (Please select all that apply)

• Her body lay in state for 13 days after her death.

• It took Dr. Ara 1 year to embalm her body at a cost of $100,000.

• The colonel responsible for burying her did not do so because every time he tried, candles and flowers would mysteriously appear around the truck.

• She was temporarily buried in Italy under the name 'Maggi'.

• Her coffin is fire and bomb resistant and is buried 20 feet down; her sister has the only key.

What was accomplished by Harper during her time as the president of the student council? (Please select all that apply)

• Her initiative led to the construction of new school facilities, including a library and a sports complex

• She campaigned for and successfully implemented a voting system for student elections

• She was elected as the Vice President of the student council in the previous term

• She negotiated better benefits and resources for student clubs and activities

• She organized fundraising events that directly supported school improvement projects

In a history class discussion, Clay asked where Argentina invaded the United Kingdom in 1982. Can you help Harper answer?

• The British West Indies

• The Falkland Islands

• The Canary Islands

• South Africa

In a history class presentation, Neil discussed which British Prime Minister led the UK during the conflict with Argentina?

• Boris Johnson

• Winston Churchill

• Neville Chamberlain

• Margaret Thatcher

During a geography quiz, Neil asked, 'What is the largest city in Argentina?'

What is true about the people of Argentina? (Please select all that apply)

• 1/3 of the entire population lives in Buenos Aires
• They are mostly Catholic and Christian
• They are very poor and uneducated
• Most people are European descendants from Spain and Italy
• 94% of the people are mestizo