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How do Argentina celebrate weddings?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Most weddings in Argentina take place in a Catholic church, as the country is very religious. A church faithful decorates it with ribbons and flowers a day prior to the wedding. The bride should choose a white flowing gown while the groom goes with a dark suit, white shirt, and necktie. How do different cultures […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

How do you say lazy in Argentina?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Tener fiaca Literal translation: to have laziness. What does Wacho mean in Argentina? Wacho or “guacho” pretty much means hispanic hoodrat, or more literally orphan. It comes from Quechua “wakcha” meaning poor or orphan. Additionally, if something is very funny someone might throw out a “¡qué guacho!” or if something is very bad (theft, etc.) […]

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Can US aircraft carriers go through the Panama Canal?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

The US’s 10 or 11 super carriers can’t go through the Panama Canal because they are too wide at the deck level and perhaps too tall. The US’s dozen of so Wasp/America carries can go through the Panama Canal. Can aircraft carriers go thru Panama Canal? Most naval ships simply had to fit through the […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

How much does a Big Mac cost in Costa Rica?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

The so-called Big Mac index is regarded as an indicator for the purchasing power of an economy. In Costa Rica, the average price for a Big Mac burger was estimated at 3.83 U.S. dollars in January 2021. How much does McDonalds cost in Costa Rica? Cost of living in Costa Rica is, on average, 33.57% […]

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Who did Argentina support in ww2?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

However, by far the largest number—as many as 5,000—relocated to Argentina. Due to the hundreds of thousands of German immigrants who lived in the country, Argentina maintained close ties with Germany and remained neutral for much of World War II. Which side was Argentina on in ww2? Argentina stayed neutral during the whole of World […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

What kind of special adaptations do the animals and plants of the Galapagos have?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Because there were no large predators on these two Galapagos Islands, having wings was a disadvantage that prevented them from finding food easily. They’re wings therefore adapted to be smaller while they developed powerful legs and webbed feet to dive into the water to hunt for fish, eels and small octopus. What kind of special […]

Filed Under: Central and South America Tagged With: Ecuador, Galapagos

What is a fun fact about Peru?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Peru holds the world records for the maximum number of birds sighted in one place and the greatest number seen in a single day! Peru ranks as second in the world for hosting the most bird species (over 1,800) and over 50% of the migrating birds in the Americas fly over Peru at some point […]

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What has Chile invented?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

11 Awesome Everyday Things Chile Gave the World Empanadas. These crusty pastries filled with either minced meat, olives, raisins and a hard boiled egg, prawns and cheese and many other flavors, can be found absolutely everywhere. Red red wine… Leather goods. Terremoto. Marraqueta. Pisco. Alpaca wool. Lapis Lazuli. What has Chile contributed to the world? […]

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How do you say hi in Chile?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

How do you say hello in chili? Chileans tend to appreciate formalities, so always greet a Chilean with a “Buenas días” or “Buenas tardes.” When two women, or a man and a woman, greet each other in a social setting, they do so with one kiss on the right cheek. How do Chile people greet? […]

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Has Venezuela been in the World Cup?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

International. Venezuela national football team played their first game in 1938 and since then have been one of South America’s weakest teams. Following Ecuador’s qualification for the 2002 FIFA World Cup, Venezuela are now the only CONMEBOL member to have never appeared at a World Cup finals. Was Venezuela in the World Cup? As of […]

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Do they eat guinea pigs in Ecuador?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

“The guinea pig is a very important ancient food in Andean indigenous societies,” a scholar said, “so there is no reason to be amazed that Ecuadorians eat guinea pigs, even in ice cream.”In Ecuador, people typically cook guinea pigs with salt and serve them with potatoes and peanut sauce. What country eats guinea pig? PeruBolivia, […]

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Why are there no natives in Argentina?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Many Argentinians believe there are no indigenous people in their country, either because the majority have died out or are on the verge of doing so, or because “their descendants” were assimilated into Western civilisation long ago and they now live like any other citizen. Are there natives in Argentina? Argentina has 35 indigenous groups […]

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What is the rainy season in Ecuador?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The dry season runs from June to September and the wet season is from October to May. What is the rainiest month in Ecuador? AprilA lot of rain (rainy season) falls in the months: February, March, April, May, October and November. On average, April is the wettest month with 170.0 mm (6.69 inch) of precipitation. […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

What makes Buenos Aires a global city?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Buenos Aires is a colorful and electrifying Global City. It is also a diverse city with an immigrant population largely made up of Europeans and other Latin Americans. You can enjoy the local foods like a succulent churrasco (grilled steak), or partake in a cultural event such as watching a lively polo match. What makes […]

Filed Under: Central and South America Tagged With: Argentina, Buenos Aires

Is Chile cheaper than the US?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Chile is 29.2% cheaper than United States. Is Chile more expensive than USA? If a city has a an index of 120, it means Numbeo estimates it is 20% more expensive than New York (excluding rent).Definitions. STAT Chile United States Consumer price index > Excluding rent 57.56 Ranked 69th. 76.81 Ranked 33th. 33% more than […]

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