Costa Rica: Culture, Wildlife, and People
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Match the following places in Costa Rica with their descriptions:

Alajuela = A city near San José where Alberto's farm is located La Fortuna = A town near the Arenal Volcano San José = The capital city of Costa Rica Arenal Volcano = A famous active volcano in Costa Rica

What is the approximate population of Costa Rica?

  • Over 5 million (correct)
  • Over 1 million
  • Over 10 million
  • Over 20 million
  • What is the name of the language spoken by most Costa Ricans?

  • Spanish (correct)
  • French
  • Portuguese
  • English
  • What is the name of the mountain range near Alberto's farm?

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    What is the national dish of Costa Rica?

    <p>Gallo pinto</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the famous volcano in Costa Rica?

    <p>Arenal Volcano</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Costa Rica

    • Costa Rica is a small country in Central America with a population of over 5 million people.
    • It is famous for its tropical rain forests, active volcanoes, and misty cloud forests.

    Wildlife and Language

    • The country is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including howler monkeys, iguanas, and sea turtles.
    • Spanish is the most widely spoken language, but there are also five indigenous languages spoken by the native population.

    Alberto's Family and Farm

    • Alberto lives on a farm near the city of Alajuela with his family, including his dad, brother, and abuela (grandma).
    • The farm is surrounded by mountains, and the family grows fruits and vegetables to sell at street markets or small shops in nearby towns.
    • The capital city, San José, is only an hour away by car.

    Climate and Seasons

    • Costa Rica has two seasons: a rainy season and a dry season.
    • March and April are the hottest months of the year.

    Culture and Food

    • Gallo pinto, a dish made of black beans and rice, is the country's national dish and can be eaten with every meal.

    Places to Visit

    • La Fortuna is a town located near the famous Arenal Volcano, one of the ten most active volcanoes in the world.
    • Visitors can swim in nearby hot springs.

    Costa Rica

    • Costa Rica is a small country in Central America with a population of over 5 million people.
    • It is famous for its tropical rain forests, active volcanoes, and misty cloud forests.

    Wildlife and Language

    • The country is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including howler monkeys, iguanas, and sea turtles.
    • Spanish is the most widely spoken language, but there are also five indigenous languages spoken by the native population.

    Alberto's Family and Farm

    • Alberto lives on a farm near the city of Alajuela with his family, including his dad, brother, and abuela (grandma).
    • The farm is surrounded by mountains, and the family grows fruits and vegetables to sell at street markets or small shops in nearby towns.
    • The capital city, San José, is only an hour away by car.

    Climate and Seasons

    • Costa Rica has two seasons: a rainy season and a dry season.
    • March and April are the hottest months of the year.

    Culture and Food

    • Gallo pinto, a dish made of black beans and rice, is the country's national dish and can be eaten with every meal.

    Places to Visit

    • La Fortuna is a town located near the famous Arenal Volcano, one of the ten most active volcanoes in the world.
    • Visitors can swim in nearby hot springs.

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    Discover Costa Rica, a country in Central America known for its tropical rain forests, active volcanoes, and misty cloud forests. Learn about its diverse wildlife, languages, and population.

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