Antigua, Guatemala — Questions and answers

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What is Antigua, Guatemala, nestled between?

Choices

  1. Two big lakes
  2. Tall mountain ranges
  3. Beautiful volcanoes ✓
  4. Wide open deserts

Answer: Beautiful volcanoes

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What do local women in Antigua wear that shows their Mayan heritage?

Choices

  1. Plain hats
  2. Vibrant 'traje' ✓
  3. Modern jeans
  4. Simple scarves

Answer: Vibrant 'traje'

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What kind of food can you find at the Mercado Central?

Choices

  1. Only fruits
  2. Frozen pizzas
  3. Local delicacies like 'pepian' and 'tamales' ✓
  4. Just plain bread

Answer: Local delicacies like 'pepian' and 'tamales'

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What helps make Antigua's coffee have a unique and special flavor?

Choices

  1. Rainwater from the sky
  2. The rich volcanic soil ✓
  3. Coffee made in factories
  4. Sugar from other countries

Answer: The rich volcanic soil

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What do families and community groups create on the streets during Semana Santa?

Choices

  1. Huge paintings on walls
  2. Carpets made of colored sawdust ✓
  3. Tall statues of animals
  4. New buildings for homes

Answer: Carpets made of colored sawdust

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What special sight can you see when hiking to the top of Pacaya Volcano?

Choices

  1. A giant waterfall
  2. Molten lava flows ✓
  3. Many colorful birds
  4. A hidden treasure chest

Answer: Molten lava flows

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What two things does Antigua, Guatemala, harmoniously blend together?

Choices

  1. Old buildings and new movies
  2. Colonial past and vibrant modern culture ✓
  3. Fast cars and quiet libraries
  4. Big cities and small towns

Answer: Colonial past and vibrant modern culture

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