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Is Guatemala a country or state?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Guatemala, country of Central America. What state is Guatemala City in? The city is located in the south-central part of the country, nestled in a mountain valley called Valle de la Ermita (English: Hermitage Valley). The city is the capital of the Municipality of Guatemala and of the Guatemala Department.Guatemala City. Guatemala City Ciudad de […]

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Is South America and Central America the same?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Central America includes the countries that connect North and South America and are located between Mexico and Colombia.Latin America is a much broader term, and includes Central America as well as Mexico and all of the countries of South America. Is Central America a part of South America? Central America is the southernmost region of […]

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What is the main evolutionary lesson provided by Darwin’s finches on the Galapagos Islands?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

This offers two important lessons. First, species diverge in mate preferences before genetic incompatibilities evolve. Second, different populations can function as biological species before they would be recognized as species solely on the basis of genetic distinctness. What is the significance of the finches on the Galapagos Islands? The Galápagos finches are a classic example […]

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How do they call kids in Guatemala?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

15. Patojo/a. This word means kid or child. What do you call a boy from Guatemala? The “official” Spanish word for a person from Guatemala is Guatemalteco but the term is rarely used outside of textbooks. Instead, Chapín refers to a Guatemalan male and Chapina to a female. What are Guatemalan nicknames? Guatemalans are also […]

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What is the climate like in Argentina in spring summer and fall?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Buenos Aires The average seasonal temperatures are: Spring: temperatures range from 22.5°C (72.5°F) to 13.2°C (55.8°F). Summer: temperatures range from 29.1°C (844°F), to 19.3°C (66.7°F).Autumn: temperatures range from 23.0°C (73.4°F), to 14.0°C (57.2°F). What is the weather like in Argentina in spring? Spring (September–November) is similar to autumn, with mild days and cool nights. During […]

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Is Panama good place to live?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Panama is a great place to live or retire with easy residency laws, warm people and lots of expats. Whether you want to live by the beach in Bocas del Toro or need to live in Panama City for work and schools, there are many places to explore. Expats in Panama enjoy a relatively low […]

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What do you need to get married in Argentina?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Getting married in Argentina A copy of your birth certificate, as well as that of your future spouse. A photocopy of your ID card and proof of your nationality. Your divorce certificate (if applicable) Your deceased spouse’s death certificate (if applicable) Can foreigners marry in Argentina? Foreigners do not need a specific visa to get […]

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How long is medical school in Bolivia?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Bolivia. In Bolivia, all medical schools are Faculties within a University and follow the European model of a six-year curriculum (9 000 ECTS or more) divided into three cycles. How many years do medical students study? It generally takes 6-7 years to graduate with a Medicine degree. In most countries, med students will then start […]

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Are people from Chile friendly?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Having said this, while crime is an issue, Chile feels much safer than most other south american countries. Perhaps the thing I like most about Chile is that people are very friendly and welcoming of children. What is considered rude in Chile? Chileans stand closer to others than most North Americans or Europeans, and it […]

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Who inhabited Colombia before the Spanish?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

The earliest known inhabitants of Colombia were Mesoamericans who migrated from the north and later Arawak people arrived from the south. The Inca Empire arose in the early 13th century and by the early 14th century had incorporated some parts of modern day Colombia. Who were the pre-Columbian inhabitants of Colombia? The Chibchas are the […]

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What is beer called in Peru?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Chicha is a fermented (alcoholic) or non-fermented beverage of Latin America, emerging from the Andes and Amazonia regions. In both the pre- and post-Spanish conquest periods, corn beer (chicha de jora) made from a variety of maize landraces has been the most common form of chicha. What is the beer of Peru? Pilsen Callao, Cusqueña, […]

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Is Peru a spiritual place?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Peru is indeed full of mysticism and mystery, as are many of its archaeological sites. The spiritual traditions and legends that have grown up around this mysticism are what add a unique dimension to any Peruvian vacation, one that every traveler will pick up on if they look for it. Is Machu Picchu a spiritual […]

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What do Chile and US have in common?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The United States and Chile are strong partners in trade and investment as well as energy,climate change, and environmental cooperation. This relationship is based on a common commitment to an open market economy as the key determinant of economic growth, development, and job creation. How does Chile compare to the USA? Chile is about 13 […]

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What is the most visited volcano in Costa Rica?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Arenal Volcano. 1. Arenal Volcano. Arenal is the most famous volcano in Costa Rica. That’s because, between 1968 and 2010, it ejected a steady stream of lava and hot rocks. What is the most active visited volcano in Costa Rica? Costa Rica is a small country but has a lot of active volcanoes aligned like […]

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How does Argentina look like?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Argentina is shaped like an inverted triangle with its base at the top; it is some 880 miles (1,420 km) across at its widest from east to west and stretches 2,360 miles (3,800 km) from the subtropical north to the subantarctic south. How would you describe Argentina? There’s only one word to describe Argentina: Tranquillo. […]

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