Christianity/Islam
What is a Disciple?
One of Jesus' chosen followers to spread Christianity
Who was elected president of South Africa in 1994?
Nelson Mandela
Define: Matrilineal
To trace descent through mothers rather than fathers
What are Mexico's most important natural resources?
What is the name of the river that flows east through Brazil and ends in the Atlantic Ocean?
The Amazon River
How did early Arabs survive in the desert?
By forming nomadic tribes
Define: Oral History
Stories passed down from generation to generation
Define: Extended Families
Families made up of several generations
Who is Mexico's biggest trading partner?
The United States
What major geographic feature is in the north of Brazil?
The Amazon Basin/Rainforest
Muslims believe Muhammad began preaching when he....
heard a voice
The first European Settlements in South Africa were...
trading posts and supply stations
What is the most commonly spoken language in Africa?
Arabic
Define: Encomienda
Spanish system of enslaving Native Americans and making them practice Christianity
_______ is very common in Brazil due to the multi-cultural makeup of its population
Mixed-race marriage
Christian scripture states that Jesus...
Rose from the dead
Who are the Zulu?
South Africa's largest ethnic group
Which two African countries speak English?
Uganda and Tanzania
Define: Caudillos
A rich military officer that ruled a Latin American country as a dictator
Most of Brazil's population lives on the...
Coast (Atlantic Coast)
What caused the Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox churches to split? (Looking for two key words in your answer)
The Pope and Patriarch excommunicated each other. This created a schism.
What does Apartheid mean?
Bonus: How many countries are in Africa? (closest to the answer gets the points)
54
What are chinampas?
Floating land the Aztec made to plant crops on their lake
Define: Isthmus
A narrow strip of land that connects two larger areas of land