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JERGA BORICUA (EDICIÓN ESPECIAL)

Total questions: 20

Worksheet time: 10mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

EMBUSTE

a)

A truth or fact

b)

A lie or deception, used to call out something false.

c)

A type of agreement

d)

A form of communication

2.

CHAVOS

a)

Cash / Money: Money, referring to cash in general.

b)

A type of food commonly eaten in Mexico.

c)

A popular dance style in Latin America.

d)

A traditional clothing item worn in Spain.

3.

JEVA

a)

Girlfriend or girl, used informally to refer to women.

b)

A type of traditional dance.

c)

A popular dish in Mediterranean cuisine.

d)

A term for a male friend.

4.

ACHO

a)

Hey / Wow: Informal greeting or exclamation of surprise, like saying 'hey' or 'wow!'

b)

A formal way to greet someone in a business setting.

c)

A type of traditional dance from South America.

d)

A common phrase used to express disappointment.

5.

CHOTA

a)

A type of fruit

b)

A person who gossips or snitches

c)

A traditional dance

d)

A popular dish

6.

BIRRAS

a)

A colloquial term for beers (plural), used in casual settings.

b)

A type of cocktail made with rum and fruit juice.

c)

A brand of wine popular in Europe.

d)

A traditional dish made with rice and beans.

7.

BROKI

a)

Close friend, like 'brother' or 'buddy.'

b)

A type of food or dish.

c)

A greeting used among friends.

d)

A term for a formal relationship.

8.

JÍBARO

a)

Countryman / Rural person

b)

Urban dweller

c)

City resident

d)

Suburbanite

9.

PANA

a)

Friend / Buddy: Close friend, one of the most common terms for a friend.

b)

Acquaintance: A person one knows slightly.

c)

Stranger: A person whom one does not know.

d)

Companion: A person who accompanies or is associated with another.

10.

PERREO, PERREAR

a)

A style of ballet dancing

b)

A type of salsa dance

c)

Twerking / Dancing reggaeton: Sensual dance

d)

A traditional folk dance from Spain

11.

BORICUA

a)

A term for Puerto Ricans, used with pride as a noun (person) or adjective.

b)

A type of traditional Puerto Rican dish.

c)

A popular dance style originating from Puerto Rico.

d)

A historical figure in Puerto Rican independence movement.

12.

BREGAR

a)

To work hard / To deal: To put effort into a task or deal with a situation, very versatile.

b)

To relax and take it easy.

c)

To avoid responsibility and procrastinate.

d)

To delegate tasks to others.

13.

ENCOJONAO

a)

Pissed off / Angry: Very angry, describing frustration or rage.

b)

Happy and cheerful: Feeling joyful and content.

c)

Indifferent: Having no particular interest or concern.

d)

Calm and relaxed: Free from stress or anxiety.

14.

CUERO

a)

A derogatory term for someone considered promiscuous.

b)

A type of leather used in fashion.

c)

A traditional Mexican dish made with meat.

d)

A popular dance style in Latin America.

15.

CAFRE

a)

A polite and respectful person

b)

A rude or delinquent person

c)

A kind-hearted individual

d)

A well-mannered child

16.

AY ¡BENDITO!

a)

Aw man / Oh my gosh: Expresses sympathy, regret, or surprise in emotional contexts.

b)

A common greeting in Spanish-speaking countries.

c)

An expression of joy or celebration.

d)

A phrase used to express anger or frustration.

17.

BOCHINCHE

a)

Gossip: Gossip or rumors, very common in casual conversations.

b)

A type of traditional dance.

c)

A popular dish in Latin cuisine.

d)

A term for a formal meeting.

18.

JEVO

a)

Boyfriend / Guy: Boyfriend or guy, the male counterpart to 'jeva.'

b)

Friend / Buddy: A close companion or associate.

c)

Sister / Gal: The female counterpart to 'jeva.'

d)

Cousin / Relative: A family member or relation.

19.

WEPA

a)

Woo! / Yay!: Exclamation of enthusiasm, joy, or celebration, highly iconic.

b)

A type of traditional dance from Puerto Rico.

c)

A popular brand of coffee in Latin America.

d)

A common greeting in Spanish-speaking countries.

20.

CACO

a)

Reggaeton fan / Urban style: Person who follows reggaeton culture or dresses urban.

b)

A type of traditional dance from the Caribbean.

c)

A popular genre of classical music.

d)

A style of painting characterized by bright colors.