Explore South America's Natural Wonders

1. Jeopardy Para 4to grado – Parte 2 por Señora Portabella Blanton

3. 1, 1 What is the world’s largest rainforest? the Amazon Rainforest

4. 4,1 What is the widest waterfall in the world? Iguazú 80% of Iguazú is in Argentina, 20% is in Brazil

5. 3,1 What is the tallest mountain in the Western Hemisphere? Aconcagua It is part of the Andes Mountain range.

6. 2,1 In what country is the world’s widest boulevard? Argentina It is in the city of Buenos Aires, and it is called “el 9 de julio”.

7. 5,1 Which country in South America has the highest airport and the most dangerous road? Bolivia Bolivia is home to both El Alto Airport and the Road of Death.

8. 7,1 In which country is the world’s driest desert? Chile The desert is called Atacama. Atacama Desert is also home to the world’s tallest geyser fields, El Tatío.

9. 6,1 What is the name of the highest lake in South America? Lake Titicaca It is one of the highest lakes in the world, and it is located between Perú and Bolivia.

10. 8,1 In which country is the longest and tallest tramway in the world? Venezuela It is called the Mérida Cable Car.

11. 9,1 The longest mountain range in the world is… the Andes The mountain range runs north-south through seven countries: Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Chile, and Argentina.

12. 10,1 What is the name of the world’s highest waterfall? Salto Ángel Salto Ángel, or Angel Falls, is located in Venezuela.

13. 5 Which sporting event did Uruguay win in 1930, by beating Argentina 4-2? The World Cup in soccer (fútbol)

14. 1 What language is spoken in Brazil? Portuguese

15. 3 Which two countries in South America are landlocked? Bolivia and Paraguay

16. 6 From which country does the United States receive most of its flowers? Colombia

17. 8 What is the national dance of Argentina? The tango La milonga is the name of an informal party where people gather to dance the tango.

18. 9 The Tololo telescope is located in what country? Chile The telescope is in the Atacama Desert.

19. 2 What is the name of the largest hydroelectric dam, located in Paraguay? Ítaipu Dam It is in between Brazil and Paraguay.

20. 4 What does the word carnaval mean? “Not to eat meat” Carnaval is a celebration before Easter. Brasil’scarnaval is the largest in the world.

21. 10 What is the name of the large salt flat in Bolivia? Uyuni There is a hotel built entirely of salt.

22. 7 What metal is associated with Argentina? Silver The word Argentina comes from the word argentum, meaning silver.

23. 1,2 What are the cowboys of Argentina called? Los gauchos The pants worn by gauchos are called “las bombachas de gaucho.” Be careful not to ask for just “bombachas” or you’ll get a pair of underpants instead!

24. 2,2 The country of Colombia is named for what famous explorer? Christopher Columbus In Spanish, his name is Cristóbal Colón.

25. 8,2 What is the name of the man who is famous for being the first pilot to fly over Salto Ángel? Jimmy Angel Jimmy Angel was an American pilot. He flew over the falls in 1933.

26. 7,2 What is the name of the artist who is famous for his paintings of obese people and animals? Fernando Botero He is from Colombia.

27. 3,2 Bolivia is named for which famous military leader? Simón Bolívar He led Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Venezuela, and Panama to independence from Spain.

28. 5,2 Who was the famous Spanish conquistador who conquered the Incan Empire? Francisco Pizarro He defeated the Incas in Peru and executed the last Incan emperor, Atahualpa. He is also famous for founding the city of Lima.

29. 6,2 What is the name of the group of indigenous people living on Lake Titicaca on floating islands? Los Uros The Uros live on islands made of straw. They originally lived there to avoid the wrath of the Incas.

30. 10,2 Which two capital cities in South America are also names of people? Ascunción and Santiago Asunción (Paraguay) is a girl’s name, meaning ascention. Susi is a nickname of Asunción. Santiago (Chile) is a boy’s name. It is translated as Saint Iago, or Saint James.

31. 4,2 La Isla Margarita is famous for what? Pearls Margarita Island has some of the most beautiful pearls in the world. The island belongs to Venezuela.

32. 9,2 Who is known as “El libertador” and is considered a nation hero in many South American countries? Simón Bolívar

33. 7,3 What is cuy? Guinea pig It is considered a delicious dish in countries such as Ecuador and Peru.

34. 2,3 What is the bitter tea called in Argentina? Mate Argentinians drink it from a special cup, and a straw called a bombilla. If someone offers you a sip of their mate, it is rude to say no.

35. 1,3 What is barbeque called in Argentina? Churrasco In Argentina, they eat a lot of beef! The cattle is raised in the pampas (flat and grassy areas).

36. 8,3 What is the famous ice cream from Argentina called? Dulce de leche Dulce de leche means sweet milk in English.

37. 3,3 Mondongo is a dish from Columbia that is made from… Cow stomach and entrails It also has peas, avocados, carrots, and potatoes.

38. 5,3 What starchy “vegetable” was originally grown in the Andes, and is now a diet staple all over the world? the potato It was first grown between the years 8000 and 5000 BC. The Inca harvest many different types of potatoes.

39. 6,3 Hormigas culonas are what type of food in Colombia? Big-bottom ants The ants are highly sought after, and are more expensive than coffee. To prepare them, the wings and pincers are removed, then the body is soaked in saltwater and fried.

40. 10,3 Coconut grubs are eaten in which country? Ecuador The grubs are larvae that live in dead palm trees. The stomachs are removed, then they are soaked in wild orange and grilled.

41. 10,3 Llama brains and tongue are eaten in which country? Bolivia In Bolivia, the llama is the national animal. It is used for many things, including transportation, clothing, and food.

42. 9,3 What is the name of the dish in Argentina made from blood sausage wrapped in cow intestine? Moripan The texture is both mushy and chewy.

43. 6,4 What does Ecuador mean? Equator The equator runs through the country of Ecuador.

44. 2,4 What is the largest country in South America? Brazil (Brasil)

45. 5,4 What is the smallest Spanish-speaking country in South America? Uruguay

46. 4,4 What is the largest Spanish-speaking country in South America? Argentina

47. 7,4 The Tierra del Fuego belongs to which two countries? Chile and Argentina What does Tierra del Fuego mean? Extra 10 puntos

48. 3,4 What is the name of the lost ruins of the ancient Inca? Machu Picchu Sitting high atop a mountain in Peru, it is one of the Seven Wonders of the World.

49. 8,4 To which country does Easter Island belong? Chile Easter Island, or Isla de Pascua, was discovered by explorers on Easter Day 1722. It is famous for its mysterious and massive stone monuments.

50. 9,4 The Galapagos Islands belong to which country? Ecuador The Galapagos Islands are home to many unique species of plants and animals.