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Argentina... or Brazil?

For each statement, guess whether it applies to Argentina, Brazil or both.
Inspired by 'Greenland... or Iceland?' quizz by Underneath
Quiz by dadoleon
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Last updated: February 6, 2024
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First submittedFebruary 27, 2020
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1. Speaks Spanish
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Portuguese is Brazil's official language.
2. Has the 'gaucho' tradition
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The gaucho tradition is common among Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Paraguay and Uruguay.
3. Fought as part of the Triple Alliance in the Paraguayan War
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Argentina, Brazil and Uruguay fought against Paraguay in the Paraguayan War, deadliest and bloodiest inter-state war in Latin America's history.
4. Won the World Cup 5 times
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Argentina won the World Cup 3 times (1978, 1986, and 2022), while Brazil has won 5 times (1958, 1962, 1970, 1994 and 2002).
5. The capital city of the country starts with the letter B
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Brasília and Buenos Aires.
6. Has a break after lunch for a nap (siesta), commonly observed in rural areas
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7. Has a 'very high' Human Development Index (HDI)
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Argentinian HDI is 'very high' and Brazilian is 'high'.
8. Is a founding member of the United Nations
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9. Has more than 20 UNESCO World Heritage Sites
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Argentina has 11 World Heritage Sites, while Brazil has 22.
10. Has a currency called Real
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The Brazilian currency is the Real, while the Argentinian currency is the Peso.
11. Consumes more than 80kg/year of meat per capita
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In 2018, according to Forbes, Argentina consumed 88.7kg per capita; Brazil consumed 78.6kg per capita.
12. Borders with more than 5 countries
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Argentina borders 5 countries, Brazil borders 10.
13. Is among the top 2 wine producers in South America
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Argentina ranks as the number 2 wine producer in South America, just behind Chile. Brazil ranks 3rd.
14. The main country of its imports is China
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According to OEC and IndexMundi, the top import origin for Brazil is China, while Argentina lists Brazil as its top import origin.
15. Is one of the top 3 biggest producers of soybeans in the world
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Brazil and the USA exchange positions as the number 1 and 2 soybean producers, while Argentina maintains its position in 3rd place.
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Level 28
Feb 22, 2024
Here in Brazil we take a nap after lunch too.

We don't call it a siesta, but it's very common, at least in my state.