Which ancient civilization lived in Central Mexico & was conquered by Hernan Cortes?
AZTECS
Who was the leader of Cuba pre-revolution?
Fulgencio Batista
What is the major reason many people in LA get involved with drugs?
to provide money for their families
___ of 5 people live in poverty in Latin America.
1
How does migration out of Latin America affect their economy?
It is taking away skilled workers.
How did the African Slave Trade impact the culture of Latin America?
blending of cultures
What is an embargo?
a ban [block] on trade with another country
What happens many of the times when drug cartels are caught in one area?
They move to another area.
What is the literacy rate [ability to read & write] of children at 15 in Latin America?
around 50%
What kind of jobs do the citizens leaving Latin America have?
higher level jobs such as doctors & nurses
Why did Europeans choose slaves from Africa as a labor source in the New World?
Most indigenous people died of small pox or other diseases that Africans were immune to.
Why did the US place an embargo on Cuba?
Cuba was communist & they sided with the Soviet Union during the Cold War.
What region [AND what countries] is the war on drugs most prevalent?
Andean Region [Mexico & Colombia]
In what area of Latin America is poverty the highest?
Southern Mexico/Central America
Why are people leaving Latin America?
better job opportunities & a safer place to live
What crop did Latin America produce the most of during this time?
sugarcane
What were 2 of the lasting impacts of the Cuban Revolution?
- Cuba stayed communist
- Poverty
- Castros were still in power
- US embargo on Cuba
- US/Cuba relationship still poor [but improving]
What happens to LA children who fail to seek refuge?
They get trapped in their countries &/or deported.
Why are the literacy rates [ability to read & write] in LA so low?
Not many people have access to education.
What can stop those immigrating from coming to the US?
border patrol/US customs, deportation
What is a conquistador?
a Spanish conqueror
What time period was the FAILED revolution when Castro tried to take over Cuba, which resulted in him being placed in jail for 2 years?
1950's/60's
What caused an increase in drug cartels in the area?
It is profitable from Mexico to the United States [The US is theor biggets buyer.].
Name 3 reasons for poverty in Latin America.
- lack of education
- communist government
- lack of investment in education
-low employment opportunities
What is majorly affected by the skilled workers leaving Latin America?
the economy/population
Which ancient civilization lived around the Andes Mountains?
INCA
What type of government has dominated life in Cuba & still exists in today?
COMMUNISM
What is the main language & religion in Latin America?
Spanish & Christianity
What is poverty?
not being able to meet the most basic of needs [food, clothing, shelter, etc.]
Latin American countries are losing what when people migrate elsewhere?
skilled workers