Which infusion, drunk from a gourd through a metal straw, is the national drink?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. Mate, made from yerba mate leaves
- Step 1: Mate is passed around in a circle. Step 2. The straw is called a bombilla. Answer: Mate, made from yerba mate leaves. Why not the others: Terere, pisco and chicha are other drinks.
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