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Central America: Mexico, Nicaragua, and Panama

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Central America: Mexico, Nicaragua, and Panama

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What is the capital of Mexico?

Ciudad de Panamá

Mexico Distrito Federal (correct)

Acapulco

Managua

What is a popular sport in Mexico?

soccer

What is the national sport of Mexico?

bullfighting

What is a Chihuahua?

small dog; state in Mexico Signup and view all the answers

What is a famous beach in Mexico?

Acapulco Signup and view all the answers

What are the famous cliffs for diving in Mexico called?

Quebrada Signup and view all the answers

What is the capital of Nicaragua?

Managua Signup and view all the answers

What do the items on the Nicaraguan flag represent?

Two blue stripes (Atlantic and Pacific oceans), triangle (equality), rainbow (peace), red hat (freedom), 5 volcanoes (the brotherhood among the 5 Central American countries. Signup and view all the answers

Name two lakes in Nicaragua.

Lake Nicaragua, Lake Managua Signup and view all the answers

Who was the first woman president in Central America and what was the term she served?

Violeta Chamorro, 1990 - 1997 Signup and view all the answers

What is a traditional Nicaraguan dish and what are its elements?

Gallo Pinto; rice, fried beans, cilantro, onion, paprika Signup and view all the answers

What is the capital of Panama?

Ciudad de Panamá Signup and view all the answers

Panama was part of what country?

Colombia; 1903, United States Signup and view all the answers

What bodies of water does the Panama Canal connect?

Atlantic and Pacific Oceans Signup and view all the answers

How many ships pass through the Panama Canal each year?

14,000 Signup and view all the answers

Who creates Mola art?

Kuna Women Signup and view all the answers

What is unique about Panama?

Panama is the only place in the world where you can see the sunrise over the Pacific Ocean and the sun fall over the Atlantic. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Mexico

The capital is Mexico Distrito Federal.
Soccer is the most popular sport.
Bullfighting is recognized as the national sport.
Chihuahua refers to both a small dog breed and a Mexican state.
Acapulco is a renowned beach destination.
Quebrada is famous for its dramatic cliffs, popular for diving.

Nicaragua

The capital city is Managua.
The Nicaraguan flag features two blue stripes (symbolizing the Atlantic and Pacific oceans), a triangle representing equality, a rainbow for peace, a red hat symbolizing freedom, and five volcanoes denoting brotherhood among Central American nations.
Two major lakes are Lake Nicaragua and Lake Managua.
Violeta Chamorro was the first woman president in Central America, serving from 1990 to 1997.
Gallo Pinto is a traditional dish made of rice, fried beans, cilantro, onion, and paprika.

Panama

The capital is Ciudad de Panamá.
Panama gained independence from Colombia in 1903, aided by the United States.
The Panama Canal connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.
Approximately 14,000 ships pass through the canal annually.
Mola art is created by Kuna women.
A unique feature of Panama is that it offers views of the sunrise over the Pacific Ocean and sunset over the Atlantic, a geographical rarity.

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Test your knowledge about Central America with this quiz covering the fascinating facts of Mexico, Nicaragua, and Panama. Explore the capitals, cultural highlights, and significant historical events that shape these vibrant countries. Whether it's about soccer, cuisine, or independence, see how much you know!