Argentina quiz (страноведение: Аргентина)

Argentina

• Argentina is a large country in South America.
• It is famous for its delicious steak and tango music .
• The capital city is Buenos Aires , a busy and colorful place.
• The country has many mountains, forests, and wide plains called the Pampas.
• The Andes mountains run along the western side of Argentina.
• Iguazu Falls is a beautiful waterfall that Multitudes of people visit each year.
• Argentina has a rich culture with celebrations like the national birthday on May 25.
• People speak Spanish , and many learn English at school.
• Soccer is very popular, and many children play in teams after school. The climate in Argentina is different in different parts, from warm deserts to chilly mountains.

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Sights of Argentina

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Flora and fauna

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What river is Buenos Aires located on?

Buenos Aires is located on the western shore of the Río de la Plata. The Río de la Plata flows into the Atlantic Ocean.

This famous dance, known for its passion and drama….what is it?

tango

Buenos Aires is often called the Paris of the…what?

It has a heavy european influence in culture, art, and style.

How many people live in Buenos Aires?

The city proper has a population of 3.1 million and its urban area has a population of 16.7 million, making it the 21st most populous metropolitan area in the world.

How is Buenos Aires translated from Spanish to English?

So the literal translation would be «good winds» or «fair winds».

Buenos Aires is home to the widest street in the world. What is the name of this famous street, and how many lanes does it have at its widest point?

9 de Julio – Is it the Widest Street in the World Проспект 9 Июля

The most powerful waterfall is…?

What does «Patagonia» mean?

What is the name of the large, wild region in southern Argentina, famous for its glaciers, mountains, and open landscapes?

The southernmost city in Argentina is…

Where was Messi born in which city?

Rosario ,  Santa Fe ,  Argentina

What is the name of the waterfall located in Iguazu National Park, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World?

What is the name of the mountain range that runs along Argentina’s western border?

What sea washes the eastern coast of Argentina?

What is the name of the desert in Argentina known for its pink dunes and salt flats?

 the Patagonian  Desert

The Patagonian Desert is classified as a ‘Cold Desert,’ characterised by its chilly temperatures 

What is the largest freshwater lake in Argentine Patagonia?

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What is the largest freshwater lake in Argentine Patagonia?

What tree is a symbol of Argentina and is often found in the pampas?

What animal is considered a national emblem of Argentina and lives in the Andes?

What bird, found in Patagonia, is the second-largest flightless bird in the world?

What is the highest mountain in the Andes and all of South America, located in Argentina?

Mount Aconcagua ˌakɒnˈkɑːɡwə. Mount Aconcagua is the highest mountain in South America. It is situated [sɪtʃ.u.eɪ.tɪd] in the Mendoza Province, within the Andes ˈandiːz mountain range

These vast, fertile grassy plains are home of the Argentine cowboys, known as «Guanacos»

The   Pampas

The Pampas, vast plains extending westward across central Argentina from the Atlantic coast to the Andean foothills