Dive into the intriguing world of Argentina with our engaging trivia quiz that covers everything from its geography and culture to its history and wildlife. Discover the secrets behind famous landmarks like the Iguazú Falls and unravel the origins of iconic traditions such as the tango dance. Whether you know Argentina well or want to learn more, this quiz will challenge your knowledge and entertain you.
Argentina’s rich tapestry includes fascinating facts about its population distribution, government structure, and natural wonders like the Pampas and Patagonia regions. Test yourself on the country’s sports passion, economic activities, and even its linguistic roots. Each question is crafted to intrigue, inform, and maybe even surprise you with lesser-known insights.
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What is the capital city of Argentina?
Rosario
Rosario
Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires
Mendoza
Mendoza
Córdoba
Córdoba
Which language is officially spoken in Argentina?
Portuguese
Portuguese
Italian
Italian
Spanish
Spanish
French
French
Which large waterfall system, shared by Argentina and Brazil, is a major tourist attraction?
Iguazu Falls
Iguazu Falls
Angel Falls
Angel Falls
Niagara Falls
Niagara Falls
Victoria Falls
Victoria Falls
Which famous dance originated in the streets of Buenos Aires?
Flamenco
Flamenco
Salsa
Salsa
Samba
Samba
Tango
Tango
What is Argentina’s currency?
Real
Real
Peso
Peso
Dollar
Dollar
Euro
Euro
Which mountain range forms the western border of Argentina?
Alps
Alps
Pyrenees
Pyrenees
Rockies
Rockies
Andes
Andes
Who is the Argentine revolutionary known for his role in the Cuban Revolution?
José de San Martín
José de San Martín
Simón Bolívar
Simón Bolívar
Che Guevara
Che Guevara
Fidel Castro
Fidel Castro
Which Argentine writer wrote ‘Ficciones’ and ‘The Aleph’?
Gabriel García Márquez
Gabriel García Márquez
Jorge Luis Borges
Jorge Luis Borges
Julio Cortázar
Julio Cortázar
Pablo Neruda
Pablo Neruda
What is the name of Argentina’s national football team’s nickname?
Les Bleus
Les Bleus
Seleção
Seleção
La Albiceleste
La Albiceleste
Azzurri
Azzurri
The southernmost city in the world, located in Argentina, is called:
Punta Arenas
Punta Arenas
Bariloche
Bariloche
El Calafate
El Calafate
Ushuaia
Ushuaia
Which region covers the vast plains in central Argentina, famous for cattle ranching?
Gran Chaco
Gran Chaco
Patagonia
Patagonia
Altiplano
Altiplano
The Pampas
The Pampas
Which river forms part of the border between Argentina and Uruguay?
Río de la Plata
Río de la Plata
Magdalena River
Magdalena River
Orinoco River
Orinoco River
Amazon River
Amazon River
Who was the iconic First Lady of Argentina in the 1940s and early 1950s, famous for her humanitarian work?
Cristina Fernández de Kirchner
Cristina Fernández de Kirchner
Michelle Bachelet
Michelle Bachelet
Eva Perón
Eva Perón
Isabel Perón
Isabel Perón
Which animal is native to Argentina’s wetlands and is the world’s largest rodent?
Capybara
Capybara
Chinchilla
Chinchilla
Guinea pig
Guinea pig
Beaver
Beaver
Which grape variety is most associated with Argentine red wine?
Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignon
Tempranillo
Tempranillo
Malbec
Malbec
Merlot
Merlot
Which peninsula in Argentina is famous for its marine wildlife, including penguins and whales?
Valdés Peninsula
Valdés Peninsula
Península Mitre
Península Mitre
Cabo Vírgenes
Cabo Vírgenes
Tierra del Fuego
Tierra del Fuego
In which year did Argentina win its first FIFA World Cup?
1986
1986
1978
1978
1990
1990
2002
2002
Which indigenous group is primarily found in Argentina’s northwest?
Guarani
Guarani
Aymara
Aymara
Quechua
Quechua
Mapuche
Mapuche
The Obelisk, a major landmark, is found in which Argentine city?
Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires
Córdoba
Córdoba
Mar del Plata
Mar del Plata
Salta
Salta
Which large lake, shared between Argentina and Chile, is known for its deep blue color and scenic surroundings?
Lago Argentino
Lago Argentino
Lago Buenos Aires
Lago Buenos Aires
Lago Nahuel Huapi
Lago Nahuel Huapi
Lago Lácar
Lago Lácar
What is the traditional Argentine tea-like drink consumed through a metal straw (bombilla)?
Mate
Mate
Kava
Kava
Chicha
Chicha
Rooibos
Rooibos
Which city is considered Argentina’s wine capital?
Salta
Salta
Corrientes
Corrientes
Mendoza
Mendoza
San Juan
San Juan
What is the name of the famous glacier located in Los Glaciares National Park?
Lanín
Lanín
Fitz Roy
Fitz Roy
Aconcagua
Aconcagua
Perito Moreno
Perito Moreno
Which instrument is central to traditional tango music?
Guitar
Guitar
Piano
Piano
Bandoneon
Bandoneon
Violin
Violin
Which genre of music, blending folk traditions, is popular in northern Argentina?
Cumbia
Cumbia
Zamba
Zamba
Flamenco
Flamenco
Reggaeton
Reggaeton
Which large, arid region covers the south of Argentina?
Pampas
Pampas
Soriano
Soriano
Chaco
Chaco
Patagonia
Patagonia
What European country had the greatest influence on Argentine architecture and immigration in the 20th century?
Germany
Germany
Russia
Russia
Italy
Italy
France
France
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