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Certainly! Here are 20 trivia questions on the history of Argentina, complete with fun details for each correct answer. These questions cover a mix of historical events, popular culture, and Argentina's relations with other countries, making them engaging and informative.

History and Culture Trivia Questions

1. What year did Argentina declare its independence from Spain?

   • 1. 1806
   • 2. 1810
   • 3. 1816 *
   • 4. 1824
   • Answer Detail: Argentina declared its independence from Spain on July 9, 1816. The declaration was made in San Miguel de Tucumán, in the north of the country.

2. Who was the first President of Argentina?

   • 1. Juan Domingo Perón
   • 2. Bernardino Rivadavia *
   • 3. Domingo Faustino Sarmiento
   • 4. Hipólito Yrigoyen
   • Answer Detail: Bernardino Rivadavia served as the first President of Argentina from 1826 to 1827. He was a central figure in the early formation of the Argentine nation.

3. What is the name of the famous Argentinian dance that originated in Buenos Aires in the late 19th century?

   • 1. Samba
   • 2. Tango *
   • 3. Flamenco
   • 4. Salsa
   • Answer Detail: The Tango evolved in the working-class neighborhoods of Buenos Aires and Montevideo. It combines African, Native American, and European influences, and has become a symbol of Argentine culture.

4. Which Argentinian football player is often considered one of the greatest of all time?

   • 1. Pelé
   • 2. Diego Maradona *
   • 3. Lionel Messi
   • 4. Ronaldinho
   • Answer Detail: Diego Maradona is regarded as one of the greatest football players ever. His "Hand of God" goal and the "Goal of the Century" in the 1986 World Cup are legendary.

5. What is the name of the conflict between Argentina and the United Kingdom over a group of islands in the South Atlantic Ocean?

   • 1. Falklands War *
   • 2. Gulf War
   • 3. Vietnam War
   • 4. Korean War
   • Answer Detail: The Falklands War occurred in 1982 when Argentina invaded the Falkland Islands, leading to a conflict with the United Kingdom, which ultimately retained control of the islands.

6. Which famous Argentinian first lady was known for her work with the poor and her powerful speeches?

   • 1. Eva Perón *
   • 2. Isabel Perón
   • 3. Cristina Fernández de Kirchner
   • 4. Alicia Moreau de Justo
   • Answer Detail: Eva Perón, also known as Evita, was the wife of President Juan Domingo Perón. She was adored by the working-class and played a key role in Argentine politics before her death in 1952.

7. What is the traditional Argentinian tea-like beverage made from the leaves of the yerba plant?

   • 1. Mate *
   • 2. Chai
   • 3. Earl Grey
   • 4. Rooibos
   • Answer Detail: Mate is a traditional South American drink, particularly popular in Argentina. It is served in a hollow gourd and drunk through a metal straw called a bombilla.

8. Which Argentinian writer is considered one of the most important literary figures of the 20th century, known for works like "Ficciones" and "El Aleph"?

   • 1. Gabriel García Márquez
   • 2. Mario Vargas Llosa
   • 3. Jorge Luis Borges *
   • 4. Pablo Neruda
   • Answer Detail: Jorge Luis Borges was a master of the short story, whose works often explored complex themes like infinity, identity, and reality.

9. What is the name of the mountain range that runs along the western border of Argentina?

   • 1. Rockies
   • 2. Alps
   • 3. Andes *
   • 4. Himalayas
   • Answer Detail: The Andes Mountains are the longest continental mountain range in the world, stretching along the western coast of South America, including Argentina.

10. Which Argentinian-born revolutionary figure played a major role in the Cuban Revolution?

    • 1. Simón Bolívar
    • 2. Emiliano Zapata
    • 3. Che Guevara *
    • 4. Pancho Villa
    • Answer Detail: Ernesto "Che" Guevara was an Argentine Marxist revolutionary who was instrumental in the Cuban Revolution alongside Fidel Castro.

11. What animal is found on the Argentine national emblem?

    • 1. Condor
    • 2. Puma
    • 3. Llama
    • 4. Sun with a face (Sol de Mayo) *
    • Answer Detail: The Sol de Mayo, or May Sun, is a national emblem of Argentina. It represents the sun god Inti, worshipped by the indigenous Inca people.

12. Which Argentinian city is known as the "Paris of South America"?

    • 1. Mendoza
    • 2. Córdoba
    • 3. Buenos Aires *
    • 4. Rosario
    • Answer Detail: Buenos Aires is often called the "Paris of South America" due to its European-style architecture and vibrant cultural scene.

13. Which treaty ended the conflict between Argentina and Chile over the Beagle Channel in the late 20th century?

    • 1. Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo
    • 2. Treaty of Peace and Friendship of 1984 *
    • 3. Treaty of Tordesillas
    • 4. Treaty of Paris
    • Answer Detail: The Treaty of Peace and Friendship of 1984 resolved the Beagle Channel conflict between Argentina and Chile, averting potential military confrontation.

14. What is the name of the Argentine film that won the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film in 2010?

    • 1. The Secret in Their Eyes *
    • 2. Wild Tales
    • 3. The Motorcycle Diaries
    • 4. Nine Queens
    • Answer Detail: "The Secret in Their Eyes" (El secreto de sus ojos) is a crime thriller that won the Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film in 2010.

15. Which river forms part of the border between Argentina and Uruguay?

    • 1. Amazon River
    • 2. Paraná River
    • 3. Uruguay River *
    • 4. Orinoco River
    • Answer Detail: The Uruguay River forms part of the border between Argentina and Uruguay, and is a major waterway in the region.

16. Which Argentinian author was the first to win the Nobel Prize in Literature?

    • 1. Jorge Luis Borges
    • 2. Julio Cortázar
    • 3. Adolfo Bioy Casares
    • 4. None; no Argentinian has won it *
    • Answer Detail: Surprisingly, no Argentinian author has won the Nobel Prize in Literature, despite the country's rich literary heritage.

17. What is the name of the famous Argentinian beef dish often cooked on a grill or open fire?

    • 1. Asado *
    • 2. Paella
    • 3. Ceviche
    • 4. Empanadas
    • Answer Detail: Asado is a traditional Argentine barbecue, typically featuring various cuts of beef, pork, chicken, and sometimes other meats.

18. Which international organization did Argentina help found in 1945?

    • 1. NATO
    • 2. United Nations *
    • 3. European Union
    • 4. ASEAN
    • Answer Detail: Argentina was one of the 51 founding members of the United Nations in 1945, playing a role in the assembly that established the UN.

19. Which famous Argentinian tennis player won the US Open in 2009?

    • 1. Guillermo Vilas
    • 2. Juan Martín del Potro *
    • 3. David Nalbandian
    • 4. Gastón Gaudio
    • Answer Detail: Juan Martín del Potro won the 2009 US Open, defeating Roger Federer in the final. He is one of Argentina's most celebrated tennis players.

20. What was the name of the Argentine president who served three non-consecutive terms and was married to Eva Perón?

    • 1. Leopoldo Galtieri
    • 2. Carlos Menem
    • 3. Juan Domingo Perón *
    • 4. Néstor Kirchner
    • Answer Detail: Juan Domingo Perón served as the President of Argentina three times: 1946-1955, briefly in 1973, and until his death in 1974. He was a significant figure in Argentine politics and the founder of the Peronist movement.

I hope these trivia questions and answers add an engaging and informative element to your fundraiser event!