Test Your Knowledge About Galicia

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How Much do you know about Galicia? Test Your knowledge about Galicia.


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    Where is Vigo?

    • A.

      North

    • B.

      South

    • C.

      East

    • D.

      West

    Correct Answer
    B. South
    Explanation
    Vigo is located in the south.

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  • 2. 

    How many Provinces are there in Galicia?

    • A.

      2

    • B.

      4

    • C.

      6

    • D.

      8

    Correct Answer
    B. 4
    Explanation
    There are four provinces in Galicia.

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  • 3. 

    In Galicia there are ____________ Concellos (number)

    Correct Answer
    315
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 315 because it directly matches the information given in the question. The question states that in Galicia, there are a certain number of "Concellos" (which refers to a type of administrative division in Spain). The given answer of 315 indicates that there are a total of 315 Concellos in Galicia.

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  • 4. 

    What are the typical ourensan carnival suits called?

    • A.

      Parrequieros

    • B.

      Pinteiros

    • C.

      Peluqueros

    • D.

      Peliqueiros

    Correct Answer
    D. Peliqueiros
    Explanation
    Peliqueiros is the correct answer for the typical Ourense carnival suits. The term "Peliqueiros" refers to the participants of the traditional carnival festival in Ourense, Spain. These individuals dress up in unique and elaborate costumes, wearing masks and carrying cowbells. The Peliqueiros play an important role in the festivities, roaming the streets and engaging in playful and mischievous behavior.

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  • 5. 

    Which of these is typical Galician?

    • A.

      Polbo á perola

    • B.

      Sushi

    • C.

      Takeaway

    • D.

      Tortilla

    Correct Answer
    A. Polbo á perola
    Explanation
    Polbo á perola is a typical Galician dish. Galicia is a region in northwest Spain known for its seafood cuisine, and Polbo á perola is a traditional Galician octopus dish. It is made by boiling octopus and serving it with potatoes, olive oil, and paprika. Sushi is a traditional Japanese dish, takeaway refers to food that is ordered to be taken away, and tortilla can refer to either a Spanish omelette or a Mexican flatbread. Therefore, the correct answer is Polbo á perola, as it is the only option that is specific to Galician cuisine.

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