1
Flat grassland regions.
Pampas
Narrow strip of land that joins two larger bodies of land.
isthmus
The warm ocean current called ___________ affects climates in many regions.
El Nino
What has drawn farmers to the Andes Mountains?
Rich soil, dense forests, or wide rivers
Rich Soil
Relying on one crop or resource is good for a nation's economy.
True or False
False
A rocklike material made up of many skeletons from tiny sea animals.
coral
This place is very dry and sandy, and few forms of life can exist there.
Atacama Desert
The climate of the _______________, is cold, making it impossible for palm trees to grow there.
Andes Mountains
Which factor affects climate in the Amazonian rain forest the most?
cold temperatures, sea breezes, or rainfall
Rainfall
Elevation is the height of land above sea level.
True or False
True
Rivers or streams that flow into other rivers.
Tributaries
The height of land, or ____________, can cause different climates in the same country.
elevation
Where is Latin America located?
Eastern Hemisphere or Western Hemisphere
Western Hemisphere
If travelers experienced a temperature change from 80F, to 64F, to 56F, they were probably traveling
higher into the Andes Mountains or
deeper into the Amazonian Rain Forest
Higher into the Andes Mountains
Mexico is found in Latin America.
True or False
True
A large, flat highland area.
plateau
The warm, wet climate of the __________________ causes an endless growing season.
Amazonian Rain Forest
Which language is not commonly spoken by people in Latin America?
French, Latin, or Portuguese
Latin
The soil in the farmland in Mexico and Central America is made fertile by
Salt water, melting snow, or volcanic ash
Volcanic ash
Massena, NY is found in Latin America.
True or False
False