Spanish Language and South American Geography
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Vocabulary flashcards detailing facts about the Spanish language, Argentina, and Bolivia based on the lecture transcript.
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Spanish
The 2nd most spoken language in the world, spoken by over 475 million people, official in 21 countries, and the most-studied foreign language in the United States.
Buenos Aires
The capital city of Argentina, located in South America.
Iguazú Falls
A waterfall system in Argentina consisting of 1.67 miles of falls, which includes a portion known as La Garganta del Diablo.
La Garganta del Diablo
Translates to 'The Devil's Throat', a specific part of Iguazú Falls in Argentina.
Tango
A dance whose modern-day form originated and was popularized in Argentina.
Gauchos
Argentine cowboys who are a symbol of Argentina.
La Paz
The administrative capital of Bolivia and the highest capital city in the world, sitting at an altitude of 11,942 feet.
Sucre
The judicial capital of Bolivia.
Simón Bolívar
The historic figure who liberated much of South America from Spain and after whom Bolivia was named.
El Camino de la Muerte
Translates to 'The Road of Death', a Bolivian road known as the world's most dangerous road and an attraction for adventurous cyclists.
Lake Titicaca
South America's largest lake, located on the border of Bolivia and Peru.