1. Intense tropical storm with strong winds and heavy rainfall

2. Elevated landform occupying a significant portion of the Dominican Republic

3. Principal church building in the archdiocese of Santo Domingo

4. National sport of the Dominican Republic

5. Small, cozy house typically found in beach areas

6. Traditional Dominican wrestling or fighting style

7. Starchy fruit used in many Dominican dishes

7. Tall, slender tree with large feathery leaves seen throughout the Dominican Republic

8. Popular table game played with small rectangular tiles

9. Energetic and rhythmic dance style popular in the Dominican Republic

10. Bean from which chocolate is made, grown in the Dominican Republic

11. Banner representing the Dominican Republic with a centered coat of arms

12. Sweet and juicy tropical fruit abundant in the Dominican Republic

13. Traditional Dominican dance and music genre

14. The shared beliefs, customs, and traditions of the Dominican people

15. Caribbean country consisting of the eastern two-thirds of Hispaniola

16. Hand-rolled tobacco product made in the Dominican Republic

17. Famous alcoholic beverage produced in the Dominican Republic

18. Commercial establishment providing accommodation, entertainment, and recreation