Costa Rica: A Piece of Paradise

Patty Kim introduces Costa Rica as a paradise for travelers, highlighting its geography, economy, and tourism industry. The country offers diverse attractions, from volcano watching at Arenal to rainforest adventures via zipline. Costa Rica is rich in wildlife, with national parks home to numerous species. Visitors can enjoy turtle watching and nocturnal tours. The best time to visit varies depending on activities, with the dry season from December to April. Over 25% of Costa Rica is protected, making it a haven for nature lovers.

What is Costa Rica's new top industry?

• Banana export

• Coffee production

• Tourism

• Fishing

Which volcano in Costa Rica is known for its frequent eruptions?

• Poás Volcano

• Irazú Volcano

• Turrialba Volcano

• Arenal Volcano

What is a common feature of Costa Rica's national parks?

• Savannas

• Volcanoes

• Glaciers

• Deserts

What is a unique feature of the Arenal Volcano?

• It is the tallest volcano in the world

• It has been dormant for centuries

• It has been erupting since 1968

• It is located in a desert

What activity allows you to see the rainforest from above?

• Rafting

• Hiking

• Ziplining

• Bird watching

Costa Rica is home to how many bird species?

• Over 500

• Over 600

• Over 700

• Over 800

Which animals are known to lay their eggs on Costa Rican beaches?

• Dolphins

• Penguins

• Leatherback turtles

• Sea lions

Which of the following is a popular activity along Costa Rica's coast?

• Whale watching

• Turtle watching

• Shark diving

• Coral reef snorkeling

When is the dry season in most parts of Costa Rica?

• June to August

• December to April

• May to November

• September to December

What percentage of Costa Rica is protected territory?

• 30%

• 15%

• 20%

• 25%