Peru Flashcards
Name three culturally typical foods of Perú
Cuy (Guinea Pig), Causa (Potato avocado casserole), Ceviche
What are the two main languages of Perú? Where do they come from (people and place)
Quechua - Native Peruvian language, Incas
Castellano (spanish) - Spanish conquistadors from Spain
Where is villa el salvador? What city is it adjacent to? From where do its citizens emigrate and why?
Next to Lima, by the ocean
From all over Perú, especially the county or jungle, they look for work
Who was the earliest historian of Inca History for the Western world? Why was he driven from Perú?
Garcilaso de la Vage - He was educated, Incan royalty, and was a threat to Spain
Name 4 toold in English and Spanish that you will need to KNOW to do construction work?
Hammer - Martillo
Saw - Sierra
Wheelbarrow - Carretilla
Chisel - Cincel
Do all citizen of Perú speak Spanish as their native language? Why?
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.
Describe 3 aspects of Peruvian music
Pan-flutes (zampoña), tiny charango guitars, harp, sounds of nature (snakes, rivers running, birds singing)
What are the three most vital items to remember to bring with you?
Passport, Broken-in hiking boots, school ID
Name three places we will be staying in Peru.
Villa El Salvador, Cuzco, Ollantaytambo
Mission?
To SERVE