How Well Do You Know Guatemala? Take the Quiz Now!

How well do you know Guatemala?

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

• 1. What is the capital city of Guatemala?

  • (A) Antigua
  • (B) Guatemala City
  • (C) Quetzaltenango
  • (D) Cobán

• 2. What is the official currency of Guatemala?

  • (A) Peso
  • (B) Dollar
  • (C) Quetzal
  • (D) Sol

• 3. What is a traditional Guatemalan food made of corn dough and wrapped in leaves?

  • (A) Tortilla
  • (B) Empanada
  • (C) Tamal
  • (D) Pupusa

• 4. Which ancient civilization is associated with Guatemala?

  • (A) Maya
  • (B) Aztec
  • (C) Inca
  • (D) Olmec

• 5. What is the name of the famous lake in Guatemala surrounded by volcanoes?

  • (A) Lake Nicaragua
  • (B) Lake Titicaca
  • (C) Lake Atitlán
  • (D) Lake Coatepeque

• 6. What is Guatemala’s official language?

  • (A) English
  • (B) Spanish
  • (C) Mayan
  • (D) French

• 7. What is the traditional Guatemalan textile called?

  • (A) Batik
  • (B) Huipil
  • (C) Poncho
  • (D) Sarape

• 8. What is the importance of family in Guatemalan culture?

  • (A) Family is secondary to work
  • (B) Family is highly valued
  • (C) Family bonds are minimal
  • (D) Family roles are unimportant

• 9. What is a popular Guatemalan export product?

  • (A) Coffee
  • (B) Bananas
  • (C) Sugar
  • (D) All of the above

• 10. Which Guatemalan city is a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its Spanish colonial architecture?

  • (A) Antigua
  • (B) Guatemala City
  • (C) Flores
  • (D) Escuintla

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