Ecuador Flashcards
What is the capital city of Ecuador?
Quito
True or False: Ecuador is located on the equator.
True
Which ocean lies to the west of Ecuador?
Pacific Ocean
What is the official language of Ecuador?
Spanish
Fill in the blank: The currency used in Ecuador is the _____.
US Dollar
What are the Galápagos Islands known for?
Their unique biodiversity and as a site of Charles Darwin’s research.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a major export of Ecuador? A) Coffee B) Oil C) Electronics
B) Oil
What is the name of the indigenous people known for their colorful textiles in Ecuador?
Otavalo
True or False: Ecuador is one of the world’s largest producers of bananas.
True
What is the highest peak in Ecuador?
Chimborazo
Fill in the blank: The Amazon rainforest covers a significant portion of eastern _____.
Ecuador
What is a popular traditional dish in Ecuador?
Ceviche
Multiple Choice: Which city is known as the cultural capital of Ecuador? A) Guayaquil B) Cuenca C) Loja
B) Cuenca
What is the name of Ecuador’s national park that is a UNESCO World Heritage site?
Yasuni National Park
True or False: The population of Ecuador is predominantly urban.
True
What is the main religion practiced in Ecuador?
Roman Catholicism
Fill in the blank: The famous Inca city of ____ is located in Ecuador.
Ingapirca
What is the significance of the equator in Ecuador?
Ecuador is named after the equator, which runs through the country.
Multiple Choice: What type of climate does the coastal region of Ecuador generally have? A) Tropical B) Arid C) Polar
A) Tropical
What is the primary industry in the highland regions of Ecuador?
Agriculture
True or False: Ecuador has a diverse range of ecosystems, from coastal areas to mountains.
True
Fill in the blank: The official name of Ecuador is the Republic of _____.
Ecuador
What is the main goal of the Ecuadorian government regarding conservation?
To protect biodiversity and natural resources.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a traditional Ecuadorian drink? A) Mate B) Chicha C) Tequila
B) Chicha
What are the main components of the Ecuadorian economy?
Agriculture, oil, and tourism.
True or False: Ecuador is a member of the United Nations.
True
What is the traditional music genre of Ecuador known for its string instruments?
Pasillo