How well do you know Mexico?

Famous for flavourful cuisine, ancient temples and Mariachi bands, Mexico is about as culturally rich as they come. How well do you know this intoxicating country?

 

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1. An easy start. Can you name the capital of Mexico?

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2. Which three countries border Mexico?

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3. Can you name the bird species depicted on Mexico’s flag?

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4. Pico de Orizaba is an active volcano and the largest peak in Mexico. But where does it rank in height in North America?

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5. You may know Día de Muertos, but in which month is Cinco de Mayo celebrated?

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6. Approximately how many cenotes can be found along the Yucatán Peninsula?

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7. Which Mexican city is nicknamed ‘La Ciudad de la Ceramica’ for its large production of Talavera Tiles?

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8. Which Mexican icon’s museum can be found in their bright blue former home in Coyoacán?

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9. Although often just called zócalo, what is the official name of Mexico City’s public square?

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10. Mexican food is famous world over. Which one of these items would you NOT find on a Mexican menu?

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11. Can you name the pre-Columbian archaeological site pictured?

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12. The city of San Blas and Mexcaltitlán Island can both be found in which small Mexican state?