Montevideo, Uruguay — Questions and answers

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What is the name of Montevideo's central square, which shows a tribute to Uruguay's national hero?

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  1. Ciudad Vieja
  2. Rio de la Plata
  3. Plaza Independencia ✓
  4. Artigas Mausoleum

Answer: Plaza Independencia

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What kind of yummy food can you smell and taste at the Mercado del Puerto?

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  1. Sweet desserts
  2. Sizzling asado (grilled meats) ✓
  3. Fresh seafood
  4. Spicy tacos

Answer: Sizzling asado (grilled meats)

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What makes Montevideo's Carnaval so special compared to others around the world?

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  1. It has the most colorful costumes.
  2. It features the loudest music.
  3. It is the longest Carnaval in the world. ✓
  4. It has the most dance troupes.

Answer: It is the longest Carnaval in the world.

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What kind of performances can you watch at the Teatro Solís?

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  1. Sports games and races
  2. Cooking competitions and food festivals
  3. Opera, ballet, theater, and concerts ✓
  4. Animal shows and circuses

Answer: Opera, ballet, theater, and concerts

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What is Mate, and how do people usually enjoy it in Montevideo?

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  1. A type of dessert eaten in restaurants.
  2. A traditional drink shared with friends and family. ✓
  3. A game played in the park.
  4. A special dance performed in festivals.

Answer: A traditional drink shared with friends and family.

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What kind of things can you see in Ciudad Vieja, Montevideo's Old City?

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  1. Tall, modern skyscrapers
  2. Colonial buildings and street art ✓
  3. Large shopping malls
  4. Big sports stadiums

Answer: Colonial buildings and street art

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What kind of things can you find at the Feria de Tristán Narvaja market on Sundays?

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  1. Only brand new electronics
  2. Just fresh seafood
  3. Everything from antiques to fresh produce ✓
  4. Only expensive jewelry

Answer: Everything from antiques to fresh produce

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What do people enjoy doing at Montevideo's beautiful beaches?

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  1. Studying quietly in libraries
  2. Playing volleyball, having picnics, and strolling ✓
  3. Watching movies in theaters
  4. Working in offices

Answer: Playing volleyball, having picnics, and strolling

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What makes Montevideo a special city in South America?

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  1. Its very cold weather all year long.
  2. Its blend of history, culture, and welcoming atmosphere. ✓
  3. Its huge mountains and volcanoes.
  4. Its lack of people and quiet streets.

Answer: Its blend of history, culture, and welcoming atmosphere.

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