Culture
What are the main languages they speak in South America?
Spanish and Portuguese
How many wars were fought against Spain for the Cuban independence?
2 wars
How long is the Panama Canal?
50 miles.
What is the climate like in the northern part of the equator?
Hot and wet
What civilization lived in Machu Picchu
Inca
What is South America's primary religion?
Catholic.
How many republics were created from gaining independence?
18 republics.
What oceans does the Panama Canal reach?
Pacific and Atlantic Oceans.
True or false? Is the South side of South America cold?
True
How many civilizations are considered to be advanced?
21
What is a main meal in South America?
Vegetable Stew
Who were the four main leaders in the revolution?
Patria Grande, Simon Bolivar, Jose de san Martin, and Lucas Alaman.
How many locks are there along the Panama Canal?
3
What side do the Andes Mountains run down?
West side
How many civilizations are there?
3
Name a few festivals.
Carnaval, Inti Raymi, Day of the Dead, Festival de la Candelaria, and Tango Festival
When did the revolutionary waves occur?
During the late 18th century and the early 19th century.
When was the Panama Canal first used?
August 15, 1914
How many different types of environments are there?
7
Name some of the advanced civilizations in South America?
Norte Chico, Chimor, Moche, Huastec, Totanac, Mazatec, Izapa, Mississippian, Aztec, Mixtec, Toltec, ect.
What are some crops that are grown in South America?
Avocado, pineapple, papaya, guava, chocolate, coffee, and cocoa.
What caused the revolutions?
Spanish colonization's and the Latin being conquered.
What was the first cargo ship to transit the canal?
Ancon
What region gets the most rainfall?
Rain forest
What was the time period in which the Inca lived in South America?
1200-1532