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What is carpeting
Which of the following is NOT a common characteristic of homes in Mexico?
a. Barred windows b. fireplaces in bedrooms c. courtyards d. brightly colored exteriors e. carpeting |
What is el bano
This room will almost always have a toilet.
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What is frio
This word is what anyone would use to describe a typical winter day in Ohio. Synonyms include: bitter, bleak, brisk, chilled, cool, crisp, frigid, frosty, frozen
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What is la comida
The general term used for 'food'
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What is los zapatos
Articles of clothing worn on the feet to walk outside.
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What is rainy and dry
Countries near the equator typically recognize which two seasons?
a. spring and summer b. rainy and dry c. summer and fall |
What is la ducha
This is something typically found in a bathroom. Its main purpose is to aid in the bathing of oneself standing up.
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What is caliente
This word is used to describe a typical summer day in Ohio. Synonyms include: tropical, scorching, blazing, warm, sweltering
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What is la gaseosa
This is a term used to generally describe Coke, Pepsi, Sprite, Dr. Pepper, etc.
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What is la camiseta.
A shirt with short sleeves.
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What is shoes
According to Hispanic superstition, buying what item for a significant other will result in the end of the relationship?
a. seashells b. milk c. shoes d. a cat or dog e. a purse |
What is el jardin.
This area is found outdoors. Usually filled with flowers and other plants.
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What is hace viento.
This is a phrase someone would say in the fall when all the leaves are blowing around and the breeze has become strong.
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What is la sopa
This liquid-like food is usually consumed when you are sick or cold.
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What is el gorro
This article of clothing is worn to keep the head warm in the winter.
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What is Fernando Botero
Which Latin American artist is well-known for his portrayal of people and things as fat and round?
a. Fernando Botero b. Pablo Picasso c. Frida Kahlo d. Joan Miro |
What is el sotano
This room of the house is underground.
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What is humedad
This is an adjective used to describe when the air feels muggy or sticky. Typically occurs after rainfall.
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What is el pollo
What you order at Chick-Fil-A.
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What is corbata.
This accessory is worn by men when wearing a suit. Worn around the neck.
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What is ceviche
This Latin American dish is popular in coastal regions due to its main ingredient being shrimp, scallops, or other seafood.
a. tamales b. mole poblano c. ceviche d. empanadas e. gallo pinto |
What is el desvan
This room of the house is at the top of the house and is used for storage. Usually much smaller that a normal room with low ceilings.
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What is esta nublado
This is a phrase used to describe the skies that we usually see in CLE. This is because we never get sun.
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What is los frijoles.
Once you order rice at Chipotle, the worker will ask you whether you want black or pinto _________.
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What is el cinturon.
This accessory is worn at the top of your pants in order to tighten the waist.
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