1. You are permitted to use your curriculum to answer this cultural question in English.
In English & according to our curriculum, describe the value of the Panamanian balboa compared to the U.S. Dollar AND why it is that value.
If the “why” is left off of the answer, only half credit will be earned.
2. Answer this question by writing 2 complete Spanish sentences. The 1st sentence must use “lejos de” correctly. The 2nd sentence must use “cerca de” correctly.
Only use verbs and vocabulary taught in the curriculum. The use of a translator will result in 0 points being awarded.
1. The Panamanian balboa is equivalent in value to the U.S. dollar because it has been pegged to the dollar since 1904, when Panama became a protectorate of the United States. This means that the value of the balboa is directly tied to the value of the dollar, and they are interchangeable in Panama.
2. Lejos de mi casa hay un parque donde me gusta caminar. Cerca de la universidad hay muchos restaurantes buenos para comer.