Kivhwa Flashcards
What is Kichwa?
Kichwa is an indigenous language spoken by the Kichwa people in the Andean region of South America.
True or False: Kichwa is a dialect of Quechua.
False: Kichwa is considered a separate language, although it is related to the Quechua language family.
Fill in the blank: Kichwa is primarily spoken in countries such as _____ and _____.
Ecuador and Peru.
What is the primary writing system used for Kichwa?
The Latin alphabet is the primary writing system used for Kichwa.
Which indigenous group primarily speaks Kichwa?
The Kichwa people.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a dialect of Kichwa? A) Kichwa de Saraguro B) Kichwa de Quito C) Both A and B
C) Both A and B.
What is a notable cultural aspect of the Kichwa people?
The Kichwa people have a rich tradition of oral storytelling and music.
True or False: Kichwa is recognized as an official language in Ecuador.
True.
What type of linguistic classification does Kichwa belong to?
Kichwa belongs to the Quechuan language family.
Fill in the blank: The Kichwa language has influences from _____ and _____ languages.
Spanish and other indigenous languages.
What is the significance of the Kichwa language to its speakers?
It is a vital part of their cultural identity and heritage.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a common greeting in Kichwa? A) Ñukaka allpa kani B) Allinllachu C) Wawa
B) Allinllachu.
What is a common theme in Kichwa folklore?
Nature and the relationship between humans and the environment.
True or False: Kichwa is primarily an urban language.
False: Kichwa is primarily spoken in rural areas.
What role does Kichwa play in education in Ecuador?
Kichwa is taught in some schools as part of bilingual education programs.
Fill in the blank: The Kichwa language is often at risk due to _____ and _____ pressures.
cultural assimilation and globalization.
What is a traditional Kichwa dish?
One traditional dish is ‘locro,’ a potato and cheese soup.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a traditional Kichwa textile? A) Tika B) Chumbi C) Both A and B
C) Both A and B.
What is the impact of tourism on Kichwa culture?
Tourism can lead to both preservation and commercialization of Kichwa culture.
True or False: Kichwa speakers have no written literature.
False: There is a growing body of written literature in Kichwa.
What is a common form of Kichwa music?
Traditional Kichwa music often includes the use of flutes and drums.
Fill in the blank: Kichwa speakers often participate in _____ to celebrate their cultural heritage.
festivals.
What is a Kichwa term for ‘mother’?
Ñukaka.
Multiple Choice: What is the Kichwa word for ‘water’? A) Yaku B) Sumaq C) Kawsay
A) Yaku.
