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Geography and Culture of Central America Quiz

#1

Which of the following countries does not belong to Central America?

Ecuador
Explanation

Ecuador is part of South America.

#2

What is the capital city of Costa Rica?

San Jose
Explanation

San Jose is the capital city of Costa Rica.

#3

Which Central American country is known for its production of bananas and coffee?

Honduras
Explanation

Honduras is known for banana and coffee production.

#4

Which Central American country has English as its official language?

Belize
Explanation

Belize has English as its official language.

#5

What is the traditional musical instrument of Nicaragua?

Marimba
Explanation

The marimba is the traditional musical instrument of Nicaragua.

#6

Which ancient civilization inhabited present-day Guatemala, Belize, and parts of Mexico?

Maya
Explanation

The Maya civilization inhabited these regions.

#7

What is the name of the largest lake in Central America, located in Nicaragua?

Lake Nicaragua
Explanation

The largest lake in Central America is Lake Nicaragua.

#8

What is the highest point in Central America?

Volcán Tajumulco
Explanation

Volcán Tajumulco is the highest point in Central America.

#9

What is the name of the largest river in Central America?

Rio Coco
Explanation

Rio Coco is the largest river in Central America.

#10

Which Central American country is home to the largest barrier reef in the Western Hemisphere?

Belize
Explanation

Belize is home to the largest barrier reef in the Western Hemisphere.

#11

Which Central American country does not have a coastline along the Pacific Ocean?

Belize
Explanation

Belize is the only Central American country without a Pacific Ocean coastline.

#12

What is the name of the ancient Mayan city located in northern Guatemala?

Tikal
Explanation

Tikal is the ancient Mayan city in northern Guatemala.

#13

Which Central American country shares a border with Colombia?

Panama
Explanation

Panama shares a border with Colombia.

#14

Which Central American country is known for its Caribbean coast and Afro-Caribbean culture?

Honduras
Explanation

Honduras is known for its Caribbean coast and Afro-Caribbean culture.

#15

Which Central American country is known for its Gallo Pinto dish, a traditional breakfast food?

Nicaragua
Explanation

Nicaragua is known for its Gallo Pinto dish.

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