May 7th, Level #2 Assignment
May 7th, Level #2 Assignment
The Beautiful City of Antigua Guatemala
Instructions: Review Tips & Strategies then answer the following questions while you listen to this episode.
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This episode is 17 minutes.
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🔍 Answer these Focus Questions
- Why did Antigua stop being the capital of Guatemala?
- Where was the capital moved after the earthquakes?
- Why must the buildings in Antigua Guatemala remain unchanged?
- Why was the Arco de Santa Catalina originally built?
- What makes the Church of La Merced visually distinctive?
- What was the historical purpose of the lavaderos in the small plaza?
- What can visitors buy at the artisan market in Antigua?