Cultural and Natural Heritage of Guatemala Quiz

Explore Guatemala's ancient Mayan sites, traditional dishes, vibrant festivals & more in this quiz on archaeology.

#1

Which ancient Mayan city is famous for its well-preserved ruins and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site?

Tikal
Copán
Quiriguá
Yaxha
#2

What is the name of the traditional Guatemalan dish made of black beans, eggs, cheese, and tortillas?

Pepián
Tamal
Plátanos fritos
Desayuno Chapín
#3

What is the name of the Guatemalan national instrument, which is a type of marimba with resonators made from gourds?

Tambor
Chirimía
Marimba
Xylophone
#4

Which colonial city in Guatemala is famous for its well-preserved Spanish architecture and vibrant markets?

Antigua Guatemala
Cobán
Huehuetenango
Chichicastenango
#5

What is the name of the colorful, handwoven traditional clothing worn by indigenous women in Guatemala?

Hüipil
Serape
Poncho
Rebozo
#6

What is the name of the traditional Mayan drink made from fermented corn or rice?

Chilate
Pinol
Tascalate
Atol
#7

Which lake in Guatemala is the deepest lake in Central America and is surrounded by picturesque villages and volcanoes?

Lake Izabal
Lake Atitlán
Lake Petén Itzá
Lake Atescatempa
#8

Which ancient Mayan site is renowned for its intricate stelae, altars, and hieroglyphic texts?

Tikal
Quiriguá
Yaxha
Iximché
#9

Which Guatemalan festival celebrates the Day of the Dead with colorful kites flown to communicate with the departed?

Feria de Jocotenango
Festival de Barriletes Gigantes
Semana Santa
Feria de Santo Tomás
#10

What is the name of the famous Mayan creation story, also known as the Popol Vuh?

Xibalba
Hunahpu and Xbalanque
Kukulkan
Xamán Ek
#11

Which ancient Mayan site in Guatemala features the tallest pyramid known as Temple IV, offering stunning views of the surrounding jungle?

Tikal
El Mirador
Uaxactun
Dos Pilas
#12

Which river in Guatemala forms the border between Guatemala and Belize and is famous for its scenic beauty and wildlife?

Río Dulce
Motagua River
Usumacinta River
Sarstún River
#13

Which Guatemalan volcano is known for its near-perfect cone shape and is the country's highest peak?

Volcán de Agua
Volcán de Fuego
Volcán Tajumulco
Volcán Pacaya
#14

Which UNESCO World Heritage Site in Guatemala is famous for its extensive system of caves and underground rivers?

Semuc Champey
Río Dulce
Lanquín Caves
Cuevas de Candelaria
#15

Which ancient Mayan site in Guatemala is famous for its carved stelae depicting historical events and rulers?

Copán
Quiriguá
Yaxha
Iximché
#16

Which ancient Mayan site in Guatemala is known for its elaborate ball courts and impressive hieroglyphic stairway?

Tikal
Copán
Quiriguá
Dos Pilas
#17

What is the name of the active volcano in Guatemala known for its regular small eruptions and stunning lava flows?

Volcán de Fuego
Volcán de Agua
Volcán de Pacaya
Volcán de Santiaguito
#18

Which pre-Columbian archaeological site in Guatemala features a large pyramid known as El Castillo?

El Mirador
Tikal
Uaxactun
El Zotz

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