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Is Brazil a bad place to live?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

With high rates of robbery and assault, not to mention one of the worst homicide rates in the world, there’s no doubt Brazil is a dangerous country. Depending on where you live, you’re also at risk of extreme poverty, poor job prospects, inadequate housing, and dire air quality. Why Brazil is not a good place […]

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How does it rain fish in Honduras?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

One of the most possible explanations of the Honduras Fish Rain is that it happens when massive amounts of rain start falling and flood the streets. In that way, the fish is forced to relocate because of the flood, which ends up in them being left dry. Do fish raining from the sky in Honduras? […]

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What are Ecuadorian known for?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Ecuador is famous for being home to the Galápagos Islands, but there’s much more to the fourth-smallest nation in South America. From its historic links to the ancient Inca to unusual modern-day exports, here are some amazing things you might not have known about Ecuador. What are Ecuadorian people known for? Ecuador is the birthplace […]

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How many mountains does Peru have?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The country has 12 or so mountains above 20,000 feet (roughly 6,000 meters), and most are famous for more than just their height. Among Peru’s tallest mountains are sacred peaks and dormant stratovolcanoes, some with their own unique tales of sacrificial mummies and near-fatal climbs… Does Peru have any mountains? Mountains of Peru Peru is […]

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Do they eat llama in Peru?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

In the Andean plateau, llama meat is usually preserved by drying it in the sun. To this day it is an important source of protein. You should also try it with olluco (a root vegetable), as charqui (jerky), or with rice, a nourishing daily classic. Do Peruvians eat alpacas? In Peru, alpaca meat is mostly […]

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What kind of country is Panama?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Central American. Panama is a Central American nation that connects Costa Rica and South America by way of Colombia. Much of the country’s narrative is tied to a connector of another kind: the Panama Canal, a hub of global trade and transportation that joins the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans through the Caribbean Sea. Is Panama […]

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How do Ecuadorians celebrate birthdays?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Food and family are far more important to the Ecuadorians than gifts. The tradition of Mexican Mariachi bands is also extremely common and popular for birthday parties.Everyone was dancing and singing, and it was a great addition to the party.” But birthdays are only one aspect of Ecuadorian celebrations. How do you say happy birthday […]

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What is the national tree of Guatemala?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Ceiba. Ceiba is also the national tree of Guatemala. The most important Ceiba in Guatemala is known as La Ceiba de Palín Escuintla which is over 400 years old. What does the ceiba tree represent? The ceiba was the most sacred tree for the ancient Maya, and according to Maya mythology, it was the symbol […]

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How much do teachers get paid in Honduras?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

How much money can I make teaching English in Honduras. Teachers can expect to make $500 – $800 USD per month in Honduras. It is common for teachers in Honduras to also teach English online to supplement their income. How much does a teacher earn in Honduras? Salary and benefits when teaching in Honduras In […]

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How does Chile celebrate Independence Day?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The events around the struggle for Independence are remembered with the ‘Fiestas Patrias’ (national parties). These fiestas include parades (often including ‘huasos’, the traditional Chilean cowboys), dancing, partying, traditional Chilean food, and displays of national pride. What do they eat on Independence Day in Chile? Traditional food eaten to celebrate Chilean Independence Day consists of […]

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Is Peru developed or undeveloped?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Peru’s economy is dependent on commodity exports, making the economy at risk due to price volatility in the international markets.Economy of Peru. Country group Developing/Emerging Upper-middle income economy Statistics GDP $228.989 billion (nominal, 2019 est.) $478.303 billion (PPP, 2019 est.) Is Peru an underdeveloped country? Peru is a middle-income country facing many of the same […]

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Is Venezuela safe now?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Venezuela – Level 4: Do Not Travel. Do not travel to Venezuela due to arrest and detention of U.S. citizens without due process or fair trial guarantees, or as a pretext for an illegitimate purpose; crime; civil unrest; poor health infrastructure; kidnapping; and COVID-19. Is it safe for tourists in Venezuela? You should know that […]

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What percentage of Guatemala speaks Spanish?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

93%. Spanish is the official language of Guatemala. As a first and second language, Spanish is spoken by 93% of the population. Do Guatemalan people speak Spanish? There are 25 languages spoken in Guatemala. Spanish is the official and most spoken language. In addition, there are 22 different Mayan languages as well as two other […]

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What is the race of Argentina?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Overall, Argentina is generally a safe country for different identity groups. 45,479,118 (July 2020 est.) European (mostly Spanish and Italian descent) and mestizo (mixed European and Amerindian ancestry) 97.2%, Amerindian 2.4%, African 0.4% (2010 est.) What are the major ethnic groups in Argentina? Ethnic groups: European (mostly Spanish and Italian descent) and Mestizo (mixed European […]

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What is the main meal of the day in Guatemala?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Lunch. Lunch is the biggest meal of the day. Many small eateries offer a set meal, which will consist of soup, a plate with some sort of meat, vegetables and rice, and potatoes. If you’re on a budget, this almuerzo del día is often a good, filling option. What is the most important meal of […]

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