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Who found Guatemala?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Hernán Cortés, who had led the Spanish conquest of Mexico, granted a permit to Captains Gonzalo de Alvarado and his brother, Pedro de Alvarado, to conquer this land. Alvarado at first allied himself with the Kaqchikel nation to fight against their traditional rivals the K’iche’ (Quiché) nation. Who discovered Guatemala? Enter The Spanish In 1521, […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

Is Puerto Rico or Costa Rica better?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Costa Rica has more nature sites to explore, Puerto Rico is easier to explore since it is smaller in size than Costa Rica. Puerto Rico has less airlines flying direct, it is less developed in those terms, from Costa Rica you have direct flights from almost anywhere in the world, which is truly an advantage. […]

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What is Argentina’s main agricultural export?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

One of the main exports of the country are cereals, centered on corn, wheat and sorghum, with rice and barley produced mainly for national consumption. With a total area of around 220.000 km², the annual production of cereals is around 100 million tonnes. What is the leading agricultural export of Argentina? One of the world’s […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

How are governments chosen in Brazil?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Brazil elects on the national level a head of state—the president—and a legislature. The president is elected to a four-year term by absolute majority vote through a two-round system.The Chamber of Deputies (Câmara dos Deputados) has 513 members, elected to a four-year term by proportional representation. What is the government system in Brazil? Brazil is […]

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What currency is spent in Peru?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Sol. The official currency of Peru is the Sol (S/). Banknotes have denominations of 10, 20, 50, 100 or 200 soles. Coins come in values of 1, 2 and 5 soles, as well as 10, 20 and 50 cents. US dollars are accepted in many stores, restaurants, hotels and service stations. How much is $100 […]

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What does Chile anyway so mean?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Usage. My phrase (“chile anyways”) is a phrase used by people typically of color or people from the South.My phrase is typically used to dismiss someone or something someone said. Take this scene for example: I’m in the middle of a conversation; someone rudely interrupts said conversation. What does the slang Chile mean? Whew Chile […]

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How long does it take to LA to San Jose?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

5 hours, 13 minutes From: City: round-trip one-way Check-in: Check-out: Get: vacation flight hotel SEARCH How long is Los Angeles to San Jose? 340.10 miDistance from San-Jose to Los-Angeles The shortest route between San-Jose and Los-Angeles is 340.10 mi (547.33 km) according to the route planner. The driving time is approx. 6h 26min. How far […]

Filed Under: Central and South America Tagged With: Costa Rica, San Jose

What is the legal smoking age in Costa Rica?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

The law also prohibits the sale of single cigarettes and small packets of cigarettes. The sale of tobacco products is prohibited to persons under the age of 18. Can I smoke cigarettes in Costa Rica? Costa Rica anti-smoking law passes A complete ban on smoking in all workplaces and public places, including restaurants and bars;Banning […]

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What subjects do they teach in Honduras?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Honduras education laws specify the subjects, and the number of hours per week per subject, that are to be taught. The major subjects in the Primary School (5 class hours per week per subject) are (in English): English, Reading, Math, Science, Phonic s and Spelling. Is English taught in Honduras? About Teaching English in Honduras […]

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Are there vampire bats in Costa Rica?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Vampire bats are only one species of at least 110 in Costa Rica, and humans usually are not at risk of being bitten. In what countries do vampire bats live? Vampire bats occur in warm climates in both arid and humid regions of Mexico, Central America, and South America. Distribution of the three species of […]

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What are Chile’s main industries?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Economy of Chile Statistics Main industries copper, lithium, other minerals, foodstuffs, fish processing, iron and steel, wood and wood products, transport equipment, cement, textiles Ease-of-doing-business rank 59th (easy, 2020) External Exports $79.79 billion (2020) What are 3 major industries in Chile? Main Sectors of Industry Chile is among the most industrialised countries in Latin American […]

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What are the cons of living in Panama?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Cons. Language barrier. One of the most significant and mind troubling factors about living in Panama is the language barrier. Latin America is slower at making decisions. Things here move a lot slower than other parts of the world. Conclusion. What are the bad things about living in Panama? Why You Shouldn’t Live In Panama […]

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Are there koala bears in Brazil?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Koalas do not live in the Amazon rainforest, because koalas only live in Australia and the Amazon rainforest is in South America. Do bears exist in Brazil? The Spectacled Bear is most often found in the deep forests of Venezuela, Columbia, Ecuador, Peru , and Brazil, but may also inhabit other areas including rainforests, steppe […]

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Why is Argentina Spanish different?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

So why is the Spanish spoken in Argentina so different? The language in Argentina has been influenced by indigenous languages, Spanish colonization, and massive European immigration to the country.When the Italians first migrated to Argentina, they managed to speak in Spanish, but with an Italian flair. Why is Argentine Spanish different? The main difference between […]

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What is the minimum salary in Nicaragua?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

On February 25, 2021, the Government, a representation of the employers and part of the unions of Nicaragua, agreed to set at C$ 6,518.24 cordobas (US$186.6 dollars) the average minimum salary as of March 1, 3% more than the current one. What’s the minimum salary in Nicaragua? Nicaragua’s yearly minimum wage is $2,218.00 in International […]

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