Government & Political History
What type of government does Chile have
It is a republic.
How long is Chile from north to south?
2672 miles 2500-2700 alowed.
What causes earthquakes and volcanoes in Chile?
The movement of the Nazca and South American plates
Which country claimed Chile as a colony?
Spain
What has Chile experienced many of over the years?
Protests
What were the main focuses of Aylwin’s presidency?
Human rights and anti-poverty.
What is the average width of Chile?
100-110 miles
How often does Chile experience earthquakes?
All year
Which empire expanded into parts of northern Chile?
Inca's
What did many citizens demand in response to social and economic problems?
Social reforms
Which two countries inspired Chilean leaders’ political ideas?
France and the USA
What kind of climate is found in southern Chile?
cold, subarctic climate.
What geological feature is common in Chile besides earthquakes?
Volcanoes
What parts of Chilean society were changed by Spanish rule?
Culture, language, and government
Did anti-poverty programs fully solve Chile’s problems?
No, they did not solve the problems
Who ruled Chile during the 17-year military dictatorship?
Augusto Pinochet
About how many active volcanoes does Chile have?
over 100
Which two tectonic plates does Chile lie between?
Nazca and South American plates
Where did the Inca Empire originally conquer and establish power?
Peru
What kind of inequality has existed in Chilean schools?
Inequality between rich and poor students
Who became president after the dictatorship ended in 1990?
Patricio Aylwin
What type of climate does northern Chile have near the Atacama Desert?
dry/temperate climate
What natural disaster is Chile known for having some of the strongest in recorded history?
Earthquakes
Who led an expedition into Chile in 1536?
Diego de Almagro
Why have many elderly people in Chile struggled financially?
Issues with their retirement funds