40 Questions
What are the geographic features that border Mexico?
The Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Sea, Pacific Ocean, and the United States of America
What is the capital city of Mexico?
Mexico City
What is the monetary unit of Mexico?
Mexican peso
What is the official language of Mexico?
Spanish
What do the three vertical bands on the flag of Mexico represent?
Green stands for victory and hope, white stands for the Mexican's ideals, and red stands for the sacrifices of the nation's heroes
What is the national symbol of Mexico?
The Golden Eagle
Which animals are commonly found in Mexico?
Jaguars, pumas, and bears
What is guacamole?
A sauce made from avocados, tomatoes, and chili peppers
What are some popular foods in Mexico?
Beans, stews, and tortillas
What is a sombrero?
A large-brimmed hat
Mexico is located in the continent of ______
North America
The Gulf of Mexico and ______ are to the east
Caribbean Sea
The Pacific Ocean is on the ______ border of Mexico
western
It is bordered on the north by the ______
United States of America
It is a land of extremes with high mountains and deep canyons in the ______
centre
There are deserts in the ______ of Mexico
north
There are rainforests in the ______ and east of Mexico
south
The capital city of Mexico is Mexico ______
City
It is the ______ city in North America
oldest
The monetary unit of Mexico is the Mexican ______
peso
Mexico is located in the continent of ______
North America
The Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean Sea are to the ______
east
It is bordered on the north by the United States of ______
America
It is a land of extremes with high mountains and deep canyons in the ______
centre
The capital city of Mexico is Mexico ______
City
The monetary unit is the Mexican ______
peso
The official language of Mexico is ______
Spanish
The flag of Mexico is three equal vertical bands of green, white, and ______
red
The coat of arms is an eagle perched on a cactus with a snake in its ______
beak
Important animals found in Mexico are the jaguars, pumas, and ______
bears
Mexico is located in the continent of South America.
False
Mexico is bordered on the south by Guatemala and Belize.
True
The Mexican flag has a white eagle on a green background.
False
The monarch butterfly migrates from Mexico to Canada and the United States.
False
Mexicans usually wear modern clothes in small villages.
False
Poncho is a type of hat commonly worn in Mexico.
False
Mexico is one of the world's leading producers of silver.
True
The official language of Mexico is English.
False
Beans, stews, and tortillas are popular foods in Mexico.
True
Jaguars, pumas, and bears are the only important animals found in Mexico.
False
Study Notes
Geography of Mexico
- Mexico is located in the continent of North America.
- The Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean Sea are to the east.
- The Pacific Ocean is on the west border of Mexico.
- Mexico is bordered on the north by the United States of America.
- The country is bordered on the south by Guatemala and Belize.
Physical Features of Mexico
- Mexico is a land of extremes with high mountains and deep canyons in the center.
- There are deserts in the north of Mexico.
- There are rainforests in the southeast and east of Mexico.
Capital City of Mexico
- The capital city of Mexico is Mexico City.
- Mexico City is the third-largest city in North America.
Economy of Mexico
- The monetary unit of Mexico is the Mexican peso.
Language and Culture of Mexico
- The official language of Mexico is Spanish.
- The flag of Mexico is three equal vertical bands of green, white, and red.
- The coat of arms is an eagle perched on a cactus with a snake in its beak.
- The national symbol of Mexico is the eagle.
- Important animals found in Mexico are the jaguars, pumas, and monkeys.
Food in Mexico
- Guacamole is a popular dip made from avocados.
- Popular foods in Mexico include beans, stews, and tortillas.
Traditional Clothing in Mexico
- A sombrero is a traditional hat commonly worn in Mexico, not a poncho.
Miscellaneous Facts about Mexico
- Mexico is one of the world's leading producers of silver.
- The monarch butterfly migrates from Mexico to Canada and the United States.
- Mexicans usually wear modern clothes, but traditional clothing is still worn on special occasions.
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