Arequipa, Peru — Questions and answers

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Why is Arequipa called the 'White City'?

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  1. Because it always snows there.
  2. Because its buildings are made from white volcanic stone. ✓
  3. Because all the people wear white clothes.
  4. Because it's a very clean city.

Answer: Because its buildings are made from white volcanic stone.

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What do the colorful clothes worn by women in the Colca Canyon represent?

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  1. How much money they have.
  2. Their favorite colors.
  3. Distinct villages and ancestral heritage. ✓
  4. The time of year.

Answer: Distinct villages and ancestral heritage.

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What kind of smell might you notice first at the San Camilo Market?

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  1. The smell of fresh flowers.
  2. The aroma of Andean spices. ✓
  3. The scent of ocean air.
  4. The sweet smell of candy.

Answer: The aroma of Andean spices.

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Who used to live in the Santa Catalina Monastery?

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  1. Kings and queens.
  2. Cloistered nuns. ✓
  3. Adventurous cooks.
  4. Stone carvers.

Answer: Cloistered nuns.

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What are the main ingredients of Queso Helado?

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  1. Cheese and fruit.
  2. Milk, coconut, and spices. ✓
  3. Ice cream and chocolate.
  4. Water and sugar.

Answer: Milk, coconut, and spices.

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What shows Arequipa's resilience?

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  1. It has very strong buildings that never break.
  2. It has been rebuilt many times after earthquakes. ✓
  3. People in Arequipa never get sick.
  4. It has tall walls around the city.

Answer: It has been rebuilt many times after earthquakes.

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