Guatemala Quiz Part 2: Mayan Ruins, Colorful Markets, and Volcanic Landscapes

How well do you know Guatemala? Part 2

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

• 1. What is the name of the ancient Mayan city, a UNESCO World Heritage site, located in the rainforests of northern Guatemala?

  • (A) Chichen Itza
  • (B) Tikal
  • (C) Copán
  • (D) Palenque

• 2. What is a "huipil," a traditional garment in Guatemala?

  • (A) A type of hat
  • (B) A woven, tunic-like blouse worn by women, with designs specific to their village
  • (C) A man's ceremonial sash
  • (D) A type of sandal

• 3. What is a key aspect of social etiquette in Guatemala?

  • (A) Being direct and getting straight to the point is always preferred
  • (B) Politeness and indirect communication are highly valued to maintain harmony
  • (C) Punctuality is not important in any context
  • (D) Public displays of emotion are common

• 4. What is "Pepian," often considered the national dish of Guatemala?

  • (A) A cold avocado soup
  • (B) A thick meat and vegetable stew, rich with roasted spices
  • (C) A sweet corn drink
  • (D) A type of tamale

• 5. What is the role of the family in Guatemalan culture?

  • (A) The nuclear family is the only important unit
  • (B) The extended family is central to life, providing a strong support network
  • (C) Individualism is valued more than family
  • (D) Elders are cared for in state-run facilities

• 6. What is a "chicken bus" (camioneta)?

  • (A) A luxury coach for tourists
  • (B) A brightly decorated and crowded local bus, often a repurposed US school bus
  • (C) A food truck that sells chicken
  • (D) A special bus for transporting poultry

• 7. How is respect for elders typically shown in Guatemala?

  • (A) By using informal language
  • (B) By avoiding eye contact
  • (C) By using formal titles (Don/Doña) and showing deference
  • (D) By interrupting them to show engagement

• 8. What is the significance of the market in Chichicastenango?

  • (A) It is the country's main financial center
  • (B) It is one of the largest and most vibrant traditional markets in the Americas
  • (C) It is a modern shopping mall
  • (D) It is exclusively a livestock market

• 9. What is a common custom during Holy Week (Semana Santa) in Antigua, Guatemala?

  • (A) Large fireworks displays
  • (B) The creation of intricate carpets (alfombras) made of sawdust and flowers on the streets
  • (C) A week of silent meditation
  • (D) The running of bulls

• 10. What is a major agricultural export of Guatemala, besides coffee?

  • (A) Cardamom
  • (B) Wheat
  • (C) Olives
  • (D) Grapes