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WorksheetsPeru Knowledge Quiz
Total questions: 61
Worksheet time: 10hrs 10mins
What is the capital city of Peru?
Lima
Cusco
Arequipa
Trujillo
What percentage of Peru's population lives in cities?
70%
50%
30%
90%
Why is family important to people in Peru?
It helps them feel safe and happy
It is a tradition
It is required by law
It is a way to make money
Who often lives together with their grandchildren in Peru?
Grandparents
Parents
Siblings
Cousins
What type of schools can children in Peru attend?
Only public schools
Only private schools
Public or private schools
Only international schools
What is true about private schools in Peru?
They are free
They cost a lot of money
They do not require uniforms
They teach in English only
In what language are subjects taught in public schools in Peru?
English
French
Spanish
German
What is the exception for the language of instruction in Peruvian public schools?
Math class
Science class
English as a second language class
History class
What types of jobs do people in the city of Peru typically have?
Farmers and animal raisers
Hospital workers, teachers, and bus drivers
Fishermen and sailors
Miners and lumberjacks
What do most people who work in the country of Peru do?
Work in banks and factories
Drive buses and work as mechanics
Have their own farm and raise animals
Work as hair stylists and emergency service workers
What is a common mode of transportation in the city?
Llamas
Boats
Cars
Horses
Why is the air in the city polluted?
Because of the many trees
Because of the traffic
Because of the llamas
Because of the quiet environment
What is one characteristic of country living in Peru?
It is very busy and noisy.
The air is much cleaner.
There are many shops and restaurants.
People drive cars everywhere.
What do people in the country often use to carry loads?
Cars
Bicycles
Llamas
Buses
What outdoor activities do children in Peru often play together?
Soccer and basketball
Tennis and golf
Cricket and rugby
Baseball and hockey
What is a popular activity for Peruvian children at the beach?
Building sandcastles
Swimming and surfing
Flying kites
Collecting seashells
Why is there lots of fresh food available in Peru?
Because of the large number of supermarkets
Because of the good weather for farming
Because of the import of food from other countries
Because of the high number of restaurants
What is one of the official languages of Peru due to Spanish influence?
Quechua
Aymara
Spanish
English
Which two original languages are also official languages in Peru?
Quechua and Aymara
Spanish and English
French and German
Portuguese and Italian
What religion did the Spanish bring to Peru?
Buddhism
Hinduism
Roman Catholic
Islam
What is the special dish of meat and corn cooked in a hole in the ground in Peru called?
Cuy
Pachamanca
Tamale
Empanada
What is the most talked about food in Peru that is made with guinea pig?
Cuy
Pachamanca
Tamale
Empanada
What is the national dish of Peru?
Sushi
Ceviche
Tacos
Pizza
What is a common activity during the carnival in Peru?
Dancing in the streets
Water ballooning
Eating ice cream
Flying kites
Why do people not mind getting wet during the carnival in Peru?
It is very cold
It is very hot
It is very windy
It is very rainy
What is a yunza?
A type of dance
A tree full of presents and ornaments
A traditional Peruvian dish
A musical instrument
What happens to the yunza tree during the celebration?
It is decorated with lights
It is chopped down
It is planted in the ground
It is set on fire
Who is in charge of throwing the next year's party?
The person who decorates the tree
The person who chops down the tree
The person who plants the tree
The person who finds the most presents
Who is celebrated during the Fiesta de la Candelaria?
Virgin of Candelaria
Saint Patrick
Virgin Mary
Saint Joseph
What type of instrument is a Charango?
A type of drum
A type of guitar
A type of flute
A type of piano
What is a Quena?
A string instrument
A percussion instrument
A wind instrument
A brass instrument
What is the climate like in the coastal plains of Peru?
Cold and rainy
Hot and dry
Snowy and windy
Mild and wet
What is one activity that happens in the coastal plains of Peru?
Skiing
Fishing
Mountain climbing
Ice skating
What do farmers do in the coastal plains of Peru?
Raise cattle
Grow crops
Mine for gold
Build houses
Where are many of the cities of Peru located?
In the mountains
In the coastal plains
In the desert
In the jungle
What do mountain people in the Andes make clothing from?
Cotton
Alpaca wool
Silk
Bamboo
Why do people build terraces at the bottom of mountains?
To plant more trees
To keep the soil from washing away
To build houses
To create roads
Is the land in the mountains good for farming?
Yes, it is very fertile
No, it is not good for farming
Yes, but only in summer
No, it is too rocky
What is the climate like in the Amazon Rainforest?
Cold and dry
Hot and wet
Cool and windy
Warm and dry
Who lives in the Amazon Rainforest and what do they do?
Tourists, they take photos
Indigenous people, they hunt and fish
Farmers, they grow wheat
Scientists, they study plants
What problem is caused by other Peruvians moving into the rainforest?
They build too many houses
They cut down trees for lumber
They bring too many animals
They plant too many flowers
What are the three main regions in Peru shown on the map?
Coastal plains, Andes mountains, Rainforest
Deserts, Valleys, Lakes
Forests, Rivers, Cities
Mountains, Oceans, Deserts
Which region in Peru is shown in green on the map?
Rainforest
Coastal plains
Andes mountains
Desert
What color represents the Andes mountains on the map?
Brown
Green
Yellow
Blue
Which of the following is a landform found in Peru?
Desert
Mountains
Tundra
Glacier
What type of landform is NOT mentioned as being in Peru?
Coast
Rainforest
Desert
Ocean
Which landform in Peru is known for having a lot of trees and wildlife?
Rivers
Rainforest
Lakes
Plateaus
What type of landform is shown in the image?
Mountain
Desert
Coast
Forest
What is one of the landforms found in Peru?
Desert
Amazon Rainforest
Mountain
Ocean
What is the name of the famous mountain range in Peru?
The Himalayas
The Andes Mountains
The Rocky Mountains
The Alps
What ocean is mentioned in the context of landforms in Peru?
Atlantic Ocean
Indian Ocean
Pacific Ocean
Arctic Ocean
What job does the ocean provide for people in Peru?
Farmer jobs
Fisherman jobs
Teacher jobs
Miner jobs
What do mountain people in Peru use alpaca and llama wool for?
To make shoes
To make hats, sweaters, and gloves
To make blankets
To make carpets
What do people in the rainforest of Peru do for jobs?
Hunt animals
Plant trees
Build houses
Mine for gold
What do farmers in Peru do with the food they grow?
Eat it all themselves
Sell it at markets
Store it in barns
Give it away for free
What is one reason some Peruvians cut down trees in the rainforest?
To build houses
To clear land for crops
To make paper
To create parks
What conflict arises from cutting down trees in the rainforest?
People want more space for cities
Animals lose their homes
Trees grow too fast
Rivers become polluted
How do people in Peru change their environment to prevent soil from washing away?
By building terraces near the bottom of the mountains
By planting more trees on the mountains
By digging deep wells
By constructing large dams
Why do some parts of Peru need to save water carefully?
Because they have too much water
Because they do not have a lot of water
Because they want to sell water
Because they like to collect water
What do people in Peru do to save water for times when they need it?
They let it flow away
They put it in jugs
They use it all at once
They throw it away
Why do people in the rainforest build their houses high up from the ground?
To avoid wild animals
To get more sunlight
To prevent flooding
To catch more rainwater
