Chile Quiz Part 2: From Easter Island to the Andes

How well do you know Chile?

Test your knowledge of Chile with these 10 questions. Choose the best answer for each question and see your score at the end!

• 1. What is "Pastel de Choclo," a traditional Chilean comfort food?

  • (A) A seafood stew
  • (B) A sweet corn casserole with a meat filling
  • (C) A type of bread
  • (D) A spicy salsa

• 2. The remote Easter Island, known for its monumental statues called Moai, is a special territory of which country?

  • (A) Peru
  • (B) Argentina
  • (C) Chile
  • (D) Ecuador

• 3. What is the "Cueca," in the context of Chilean culture?

  • (A) A traditional soup
  • (B) The national dance of Chile, which represents the courting of a rooster and a hen
  • (C) A type of cowboy
  • (D) A musical instrument

• 4. What is a common social custom when greeting someone in Chile?

  • (A) A formal bow
  • (B) A simple nod
  • (C) A firm handshake, and often a kiss on the right cheek between women, or a man and a woman
  • (D) Waving from a distance

• 5. What is the importance of family in Chilean society?

  • (A) Family is not a central part of life
  • (B) The family, including the extended family, is the central pillar of society
  • (C) Individualism is always prioritized over family needs
  • (D) People rarely see their extended family members

• 6. Chile is the world's longest country from north to south. What major desert is located in the north of the country?

  • (A) The Sahara Desert
  • (B) The Gobi Desert
  • (C) The Atacama Desert, one of the driest places on Earth
  • (D) The Sonoran Desert

• 7. What are "Fiestas Patrias," Chile's most important national holidays?

  • (A) A celebration of the New Year
  • (B) A religious festival in summer
  • (C) A multi-day celebration of Chile's independence, involving parades, dancing, and traditional food
  • (D) A winter carnival

• 8. What is a "terremoto" (earthquake) in the context of a Chilean bar?

  • (A) A warning signal
  • (B) A popular cocktail made with pipeño (a fermented wine) and pineapple ice cream
  • (C) A spicy food challenge
  • (D) A type of drinking game

• 9. What is a key aspect of social etiquette when invited to a Chilean home for dinner?

  • (A) Arriving exactly on time
  • (B) Bringing a small gift for the host, such as wine or chocolates, is a thoughtful gesture
  • (C) Leaving as soon as the meal is over
  • (D) Discussing controversial topics like politics and religion

• 10. The region of Patagonia, known for its dramatic mountain peaks and glaciers, is shared between Chile and which other country?

  • (A) Brazil
  • (B) Peru
  • (C) Argentina
  • (D) Bolivia