Peru Flashcards

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Name three culturally typical foods of Perú

A

Cuy (Guinea Pig), Causa (Potato avocado casserole), Ceviche

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What are the two main languages of Perú? Where do they come from (people and place)

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Quechua - Native Peruvian language, Incas

Castellano (spanish) - Spanish conquistadors from Spain

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Where is villa el salvador? What city is it adjacent to? From where do its citizens emigrate and why?

A

Next to Lima, by the ocean

From all over Perú, especially the county or jungle, they look for work

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Who was the earliest historian of Inca History for the Western world? Why was he driven from Perú?

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Garcilaso de la Vage - He was educated, Incan royalty, and was a threat to Spain

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Name 4 toold in English and Spanish that you will need to KNOW to do construction work?

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Hammer - Martillo
Saw - Sierra
Wheelbarrow - Carretilla
Chisel - Cincel

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Do all citizen of Perú speak Spanish as their native language? Why?

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No, some older people speak Quechua because they live in rural areas and it is the language of their ancestors. The younger people speak Spanish because of mandatory education.

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Describe 3 aspects of Peruvian music

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Pan-flutes (zampoña), tiny charango guitars, harp, sounds of nature (snakes, rivers running, birds singing)

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What are the three most vital items to remember to bring with you?

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Passport, Broken-in hiking boots, school ID

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Name three places we will be staying in Peru.

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Villa El Salvador, Cuzco, Ollantaytambo

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Mission?

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To SERVE

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