Peru Quiz Part 2: Machu Picchu, Nazca Lines, and Pisco Sour

How well do you know Peru?

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

• 1. What is "Ceviche," the national dish of Peru?

  • (A) A type of grilled meat skewer
  • (B) A hearty chicken soup
  • (C) Fresh raw fish cured in citrus juices, such as lime
  • (D) A potato and avocado casserole

• 2. The ancient Inca citadel of Machu Picchu is located in which mountain range?

  • (A) The Himalayas
  • (B) The Alps
  • (C) The Rocky Mountains
  • (D) The Andes

• 3. What is a "Pisco Sour," a famous Peruvian cocktail?

  • (A) A non-alcoholic fruit punch
  • (B) A cocktail made with Pisco (a type of brandy), lime juice, egg white, and bitters
  • (C) A hot beverage made from purple corn
  • (D) A type of beer

• 4. What is the cultural significance of the Nazca Lines?

  • (A) They are modern art installations
  • (B) They are ancient geoglyphs of animals and shapes, best viewed from the air
  • (C) They are natural river formations
  • (D) They are irrigation channels for farming

• 5. In Peruvian social etiquette, what is "la hora peruana" (Peruvian time)?

  • (A) A belief that one must always be strictly on time
  • (B) A relaxed attitude towards punctuality, where arriving late to social events is common
  • (C) A specific time of day for a siesta
  • (D) The official time zone of Peru

• 6. What is a "chullo," a traditional piece of Peruvian headwear?

  • (A) A wide-brimmed straw hat
  • (B) An Andean style of hat with earflaps, often made from alpaca wool
  • (C) A formal top hat
  • (D) A simple baseball cap

• 7. What is the role of the extended family in Peruvian culture?

  • (A) Extended family members rarely interact
  • (B) The nuclear family is the only important unit
  • (C) The extended family is very important and often provides a social and financial support network
  • (D) Individualism is valued far more than family connections

• 8. Besides Spanish, what other language has official status in the regions where it is predominant?

  • (A) Portuguese
  • (B) English
  • (C) Quechua and Aymara
  • (D) French

• 9. What is "Cuy," a traditional andean delicacy?

  • (A) A type of fish
  • (B) A fermented potato drink
  • (C) Roasted guinea pig
  • (D) A sweet corn pudding

• 10. What is a common greeting between friends and family in Peru?

  • (A) A formal bow
  • (B) A simple wave from a distance
  • (C) A handshake and often a kiss on the cheek
  • (D) A thumbs-up gesture