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Quiz about Uruguay South Americas best kept secret

Uruguay, South America's best kept secret Quiz

I had the pleasure of living in Uruguay for several years. Before moving there, I knew nothing about it and was amazed that such a wonderful place was relatively unknown.

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

Author
mirgang

Time
3 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
305,578

Updated
Jan 12 22

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
8 / 10

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2451

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Question 1 of 10

1. Europeans arrived in Uruguay in 1516. These were Europeans from which country? Hint

Holland

Spain

France

England

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Question 2 of 10

2. Uruguay is the second smallest country in South America.

True

False

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Question 3 of 10

3. How many countries border Uruguay? Hint

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Question 4 of 10

4. The first World Cup match was hosted and won by the same country in 1930. This country was: Hint

Argentina

Germany

Brazil

Uruguay

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Question 5 of 10

5. What is Punta del Este known for? Hint

Clubbing

Trendy restaurants

Beautiful beaches

All of these

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Question 6 of 10

6. What is the capital of Uruguay? Hint

Punta del Este

Asuncion

Montevideo

Quito

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Question 7 of 10

7. From the capital city of Uruguay, the nearest capital city of a neighboring country is: Hint

Buenos Aires

Quito

San Pablo

Santiago

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Question 8 of 10

8. The first major naval battle of WWII took place off the Uruguayan and Argentinian coast.

True

False

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Question 9 of 10

9. Uruguayan wine is another well-kept secret. What is the top wine grape grown in Uruguay that originated in France, but is flourishing in Uruguay? Hint

Tannat

Cabernet Sauvignon

Malbec

Shiraz

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Question 10 of 10

10. If you go to an ATM in Uruguay, which currency/currencies can you withdraw? Hint

Monopoly money

Only Uruguayan pesos

Uruguayan Pesos and US Dollars

Only US Dollars

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Europeans arrived in Uruguay in 1516. These were Europeans from which country?

Answer: Spain

The Spanish built their first settlement on the banks of the Rio Negro in 1624. The Portuguese built a fort at Colonia del Sacremento in 1680.

2. Uruguay is the second smallest country in South America.

Answer: True

Suriname is smaller.

Uruguay is 176,200 km�, Suriname is 163,270 km�.

Map enthusiasts may note that French Guiana, squeaks in at 83,534 km�, it is an overseas department of France, rather than a country.

3. How many countries border Uruguay?

Answer: 2

Uruguay is bordered by Brazil to the north and Argentina to the west.

4. The first World Cup match was hosted and won by the same country in 1930. This country was:

Answer: Uruguay

Uruguay defeated Argentina in 1930 whilst playing in Montevideo. They won the World Cup a second time in 1950, defeating Brazil.

5. What is Punta del Este known for?

Answer: All of these

The wealthy, and not so wealthy, flock to Punta in the summer time (January and February are high season) to see and be seen.

6. What is the capital of Uruguay?

Answer: Montevideo

3.5 million people live in Uruguay. 1.4 million live in its capital - Montevideo.

7. From the capital city of Uruguay, the nearest capital city of a neighboring country is:

Answer: Buenos Aires

Buenos Aires, Argentina is 144 miles across the Rio de la Plata. It is a 3 hour ferry ride, or 20 minute flight.

8. The first major naval battle of WWII took place off the Uruguayan and Argentinian coast.

Answer: True

The Battle of the River Plate took place on 13 December, 1939. The German pocket battleship, the Graf Spee, had been lurking off the South American coast, in the shipping route between Brazil / Argentina and Britain. After hearing reports that the Doric Star and Taroa had been attacked, Commodore Harwood, the commander of the British South American Naval Division, estimated the location of the Graf Spee using the speed the ship was able to travel and its last known location, and pure luck. He stationed his four cruisers at the mouth of the River Plate and waited.

After the battle, the Graf Spee sailed into Montevideo. The captain later scuttled the ship after evacuating the crew.

If the day is clear, it is possible to see the Graf Spee when flying into Montevideo.

9. Uruguayan wine is another well-kept secret. What is the top wine grape grown in Uruguay that originated in France, but is flourishing in Uruguay?

Answer: Tannat

There are approximately 9000 hectares of vineyards in Uruguay. Only 5% is being exported - so far.

10. If you go to an ATM in Uruguay, which currency/currencies can you withdraw?

Answer: Uruguayan Pesos and US Dollars

Dollars can only be withdrawn in 100 dollar denominations, but you withdraw either USD or Uruguayan pesos.

Source: Author mirgang

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