Geography
Which of the following were causes of the drought in Brazil from 2014-2017?
A. No rainfall
B. River overflow
C. Heavy rain
D. Deforestation
E. Global warming (climate change)
F. Movement along Fault Lines
A. No rainfall
D. Deforestation
E. Global warming (climate change)
Most of South America is...
A. East of the Prime Meridian
B. South of the Equator
C.North of the Equator
D. West of the Prime Meridian
B. South of the Equator
What is EAST of South America?
Atlantic Ocean
What impact did Simon Bolivar have on South America?
A. Famous Writer
B.Famous Musician
C.Famous Conquistador
D.Famous Revolution leader
D.Famous Revolution leader
All of the following types of Economic systems exist in South America EXCEPT-
A. Free Enterprise
B.Socialism
C.Communism
D.Monarchy
D.Monarchy
How many TOTAL countries share the Amazon Rainforest
9
What landforms have made travel and ad building roads difficult?
F.Andes Mountain
G.Amazon Basin
H.Great plains
J.Amazon River
F.Andes Mountain
South America was colonized primarily by Spain and Portugal. These countries brought their culture, language, and religion (Catholicism) to the continent and its people. Today, more than 12% of the world's Catholics live in which Portuguese-speaking country in South America?
Brazil
MOST countries in South America have what type of Government?
F. Monarchy ruled by a King/Queen
G.Democracies with elected leaders
H.Authoritarian lead by a dictator
J.Empires ruled by an all powerful emperor
G.Democracies with elected leaders
Which of the following are major exports for South America's economy? (Select all that apply)
F. Lumber
G.Coffee
H.Soybeans
J.Seafood
K.Minerals
G.Coffee
H.Soybeans
K.Minerals
What is the name of the major landform along Chile and Peru?
Andes Mountains
What is NORTH of South America?
North America
Read the descriptions of several traditional Mexican and Brazilian foods and answer the question.
Popular Foods in Mexico
PozoleAl Pastor:A traditional soup made from hominy, a type of dried maize, and meat. The dish was served in Aztec celebrations and pre-dated contact with Europeans. Currently, the meat is usually pork, which was introduced to Mexico by the Spanish, or chicken.Originating in Puebla, Mexico, in the 1930s, al pastor is a way of preparing slices of meat, usually pork, on a spit. It was developed by Lebanese immigrants and is based on the Southwest Asian dish shawarma.
Popular Foods in Brazil: Feijoada Farofa Feijoada, a bean stew that typically includes meat scraps, is widely eaten in Brazil. Its origins are unclear, with scholars believing it originated among enslaved Africans on plantations or among early European settlers.A dish made from cassava, a plant native to South America, farofa was eaten by Indigenous people for centuries before Brazil was colonized by Portugal.
Based on the types of foods in traditional Mexican and Brazilian cooking, which statement best compares the cultures of Mexico and Brazil?
F. While Mexico embraced cultural exchange with other regions, Brazil largely isolated itself from the influence of other cultures.
G. Both Mexican and Brazilian cultural practices are primarily influenced by the cultures of Indigenous peoples.
H. While Mexico has isolated itself from the influence of other cultures, Brazil has embraced cultural exchange with other societies.
J. Both Mexican and Brazilian cultures reflect the influence of Indigenous cultures and cultural diffusion from other regions.
J. Both Mexican and Brazilian cultures reflect the influence of Indigenous cultures and cultural diffusion from other regions.
What was one of the most powerful civilizations in the world was located in Peru?
Inca Empire
How does "Labor" influence the economy?
A.A skilled workforce increases production
B.Moms can't work after giving birth
C.An uneducated workforce increases production
D.Labor doesn't affect the economy
A.A skilled workforce increases production
What is WEST of South America?
Pacific Ocean
What is SOUTH of South America?
Antarctica
Which of the following are dances that originated in South America?
F. Samba
G.Swing
H.Bachata
J.Waltz
F. Samba
What is the main impact of Human-Environment Interaction that has affected South America?
Deforestation/Slash-and-burn farming
Which is the BEST definition of a "Capital" for Geography?
F. A larger, taller version of an alphabet letter used to start sentences and specific names
G.The main city where a country or state's government is located and runs its official work
H. Any asset, resource, or money used to generate income, build wealth, or run a business
J.The shared set of beliefs, values, customs, behaviors, and symbols that a group of people learns, shares, and passes down from one generation to the next
G.The main city where a country or state's government is located and runs its official work