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Perplexing Peru Trivia Quiz

Peru is an interesting country. Let see how much you know about it. Enjoy!

A multiple-choice quiz by Champer786. Estimated time: 3 mins.

Author
Champer786

Time
3 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
400,031

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
6 / 10

Plays
192

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Question 1 of 10

1. Peru borders which of these countries? Hint

Bolivia

Uruguay

Paraguay

Venezuela

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Question 2 of 10

2. Peru is home to the World Heritage Site of Chan Chan. Chan Chan is classified as a World Heritage Site in Danger.

True

False

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Question 3 of 10

3. What is the highest point in Peru? Hint

Cotopaxi

Huascaran

Aconcagua

Pico Bolivar

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Question 4 of 10

4. What canyon, in the region of Arequipa, is one of the deepest in the world? Hint

Colca Canyon

Canon del Sonche

Arequipa Canyon

Canon de los Perdidos

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Question 5 of 10

5. What is the port city of Lima, located on the Pacific Ocean? Hint

Arequipa

Chiclayo

Trujillo

Callao

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Question 6 of 10

6. Ceviche is a seafood dish. Ceviche originated in Peru.

True

False

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Question 7 of 10

7. Of the 25 regions in Peru, what is the largest one? Hint

San Martin

Arequipa

Madre de Dios

Loreto

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Question 8 of 10

8. The Amazon River starts in Peru.

True

False

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Question 9 of 10

9. The Putumayo River forms the border between Peru and what country to the north? Hint

Colombia

Ecuador

Brazil

Venezuela

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Question 10 of 10

10. The Sechura Desert is located south of what region in Peru, which is home to Cabo Blanco? Hint

Huancavelica

Cajamarca

Piura

Apurimac

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Peru borders which of these countries?

Answer: Bolivia

Peru borders Bolivia. It also borders Brazil, Ecuador, Chile, and Colombia.

2. Peru is home to the World Heritage Site of Chan Chan. Chan Chan is classified as a World Heritage Site in Danger.

Answer: True

The World Heritage Site of Chan Chan is classified as a World Heritage Site in Danger. It is a archaeological site near the Peruvian city of Trujillo. It was the seat of the Chimu civilization. After some time, it fell to the Incas.

3. What is the highest point in Peru?

Answer: Huascaran

The highest point in Peru is Huascaran. Huascaran is also known as Mataraju. The mountain is located in the Yungay Province of Peru in the Andes Mountains.

4. What canyon, in the region of Arequipa, is one of the deepest in the world?

Answer: Colca Canyon

Colca Canyon is located in the region of Arequipa. It's a well-known trekking destination.

5. What is the port city of Lima, located on the Pacific Ocean?

Answer: Callao

Callao is the port city of Lima. The city was founded by Diego Ruiz. It's also one of the most dangerous cities in Peru.

6. Ceviche is a seafood dish. Ceviche originated in Peru.

Answer: True

Ceviche is a seafood dish that originated in Peru. It's usually made from raw fish. It's mostly served cold and raw.

7. Of the 25 regions in Peru, what is the largest one?

Answer: Loreto

Loreto is the largest region in Peru. It is located in the Amazon Rain forest, with Iquitos being its capital. It borders three countries, Brazil, Colombia, and Ecuador.

8. The Amazon River starts in Peru.

Answer: True

The Amazon River starts in Peru at the Mantaro River. It ends in the Atlantic Ocean. The Amazon River is the largest river in the world by discharge volume of water.

9. The Putumayo River forms the border between Peru and what country to the north?

Answer: Colombia

The Putumayo forms the border between Peru and Colombia. The Putumayo River is also known as the Ica River. Its source is at the Andes Mountains and its mouth is at the Amazon River. It flows through Brazil, Peru, and Colombia.

10. The Sechura Desert is located south of what region in Peru, which is home to Cabo Blanco?

Answer: Piura

The Sechura Desert is located south of the Piura Region. It is located along the Pacific Ocean coast. The Piura Region is located in northwest Peru, with its capital being Piura. Cabo Blanco is also located in northwest Peru. It's a fishing village.

Source: Author Champer786

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