[Solution] Exercise 1.7: Crossword Solutions
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Countries and Languages Crossword
Complete the puzzle with the name of five countries. Write their names in the spaces next to the clues.
1. Hablan español en esta isla.
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Explanation
Cuba is a Spanish-speaking island nation in the Caribbean. "Hablan español" means "they speak Spanish."
2. Está en Asia.
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Explanation
China is located in Asia. The clue "Está en Asia" means "It is in Asia."
3. Roma es su capital.
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Italy's capital is Rome. "Roma es su capital" means "Rome is its capital."
4. Hablan francés.
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Explanation
France is where French is spoken. "Hablan francés" means "they speak French."
5. Hablan español pero no es España.
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Chile is a Spanish-speaking country that is not Spain. The clue means "They speak Spanish but it's not Spain."
Spanish-Speaking Countries
Countries where Spanish is the official language:
Complete List of Spanish-Speaking Countries
Americas
- Argentina
- Bolivia
- Chile ✓
- Colombia
- Costa Rica
- Cuba ✓
- Dominican Republic
- Ecuador
- El Salvador
- Guatemala
- Honduras
- Mexico
- Nicaragua
- Panama
- Paraguay
- Peru
- Uruguay
- Venezuela
Europe & Africa
- Spain
- Equatorial Guinea
Geography and Languages
Language Families
Understanding language groups:
Language Classification
- Romance Languages: Spanish, French, Italian (from Latin)
- Sino-Tibetan: Chinese (Mandarin, Cantonese, etc.)
- Geographic Distribution: Languages spread through history, colonization, and migration
Cultural Geography
Countries and capitals:
Key Facts
- Cuba: Island nation, capital: Havana
- Chile: Long, narrow South American country, capital: Santiago
- Italy: Mediterranean peninsula, capital: Rome
- France: Western European country, capital: Paris
- China: Largest Asian country, capital: Beijing
Learning Strategies
Crossword Puzzle Benefits
Why crosswords help learning:
Educational Benefits
- Visual Learning: Spatial arrangement helps memory
- Context Clues: Descriptions provide cultural knowledge
- Pattern Recognition: Letter patterns reinforce spelling
- Active Recall: Retrieving information strengthens memory
Geography Study Tips
Effective ways to learn countries:
Study Methods
- Map Study: Visual location learning
- Cultural Associations: Language, food, landmarks
- Mnemonics: Memory devices for difficult names
- Current Events: News connections to geography
