Nicaragua
Word Search Puzzle
Here's a word search on the country of Nicaragua. The puzzle grid hides 20 words and phrasesBianca, Catholic, Cordoba, Entry Tax, Folk Dance,
Gold, Jaguar, Latin, Managua, Mining,
Nicas, Poverty, Reagan, Rebel, Revolution,
Sandinista, Sloth, Young, Coffee, Contras associated with Nicaragua. But there's a twist. Only 18 of these 20 words are actually listed. So you're on your own to find the 2 unlisted ones. A full solution is provided if you get stuck.
By the way, we designed this puzzle to be easily read. Both the puzzle grid and word list are in large 17-point font size. And the puzzle grid, which is 22×20 letters, spans the entire width of the page. This way you won't have to squint.
Fun Facts About Nicaragua
- Most streets in Nicaraguan cities, especially in its capital Managua, don't have names. They use a landmark-based address system, with directions like "two blocks south and one block east from the church."
- In 1856, the American adventurer William Walker briefly declared himself President of Nicaragua and made English the official language.
- Before the Panama Canal was even a thought, there were plans for an interoceanic canal through Nicaragua. It received serious consideration in the U.S. Senate in the 19th century.
- Nicaragua has the nickname "Land of Lakes and Volcanoes" because of its numerous lakes, lagoons, and a chain of about 50 volcanoes, with several still active.
- The thrilling adventure sport of volcano boarding was invented in Nicaragua. It involves hiking up a volcano carrying a custom-made wooden board with metal bottom, and then sliding down the steep, ash-covered slopes at speeds that can reach up to 60 mph.
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