Physical Geography
Why are there so many ecosystems in the Andes?
The elevations
What Native American group built a huge empire in the Andes Mountains?
Incas
What was the name of the strongman who took control of the Southern Pampas?
Juan Manuel de Rosas
They domesticated animals such as what?
llama
What drew Spanish settlers to the Andes?
sliver, gold, and copper
What is a high plateau that lies between mountain chains?
The Altiplann
What were some effects of the export boom?
Immigrants came to the region, some people became wealthy
What new plants and animals did the SPanish find in the Inca Empire?
llamas, potatoes, and guinea pigs
What is a trading bloc of South America
MERCOSUR
What is a gaucho?
cowboyðŸ¤
What features determine a region's vegetation? (2)
Temperatures and rainfall
Why did governments encourage industralization?
To make products that have previously been imported
Why did the military overthrow the Allende and Peron governments ans murder their supporters?
They didn't like the changes they were putting in place.
What has slowed economic growth in the region?
Tariffs and lack of economic diversity
What is an estuary?
a wide river mouth
What challenges do farmers of Andean countries have?
The climate is cooler and the soil is rocky and not level
What were some effects of government under Allende and Peron?
Began nationize the industry and redistribute the land.
How has the history of the region helped its ethnic diversity?
After independence, European and Asian immigrants followed,looking for opportunity.
The resin could not withstand being heated and so these resin-painted wares were only for ______ and ________ use.
display and ritual
What is some cultural influences for the Spanish?
language, religion, architecture, art music, and dance
What current carries food, which attract fish?
Humboldt current
What Spanish conquistador will conquer the Native American group?
Francisco Pizarro
What advantages did the Spanish have over the Native American?
Horses, disease, and weapons
What environmental problems affect the Andes and the Pamas?
Damage and loss of rainforest, smog and air pollution, and oil pollution.
Which are the richer nations of the Andes and the Pampas?
Argentina, Uruguay, and Chile