Geography
In which two hemispheres is South America located?
Western & Southern
The Amazon is rich in ____.
Biodiversity
What was exchanged between the Old and New World?
Plants, animals, ideas, diseases
What is the most popular sport in South America?
Fútbol/Soccer
What farming technique did the Inca use?
Terrace Farming
The longest river in South America is the ________.
Amazon River
How does the rainforest help the atmosphere?
Produces oxygen/stores carbon
Which crop from the Americas changed European diets?
Corn or Potatoes
What is the most common religion in South America?
Christianity or Catholic
What does in mean to "Adapt"?
Answers may vary
The Andes Mountains run along which side of the continent?
West/Western edge
Name one threat to the Amazon.
Deforestation, fires, ranching, logging
Which animals were brought to the Americas by Europeans?
Horses, cattle, pigs
Name 2 cultural influences blended in South America.
Indigenous, African, European
What is one example of modifying your environment?
Answers may vary.
What is the largest country in South America?
Brazil
What could happen if deforestation continues?
Species extinction & climate change
What is "cultural diffusion"?
The spread of ideas, beliefs, and traditions from one group to another.
Give one example of cultural diffusion in South America.
Samba, tacos, language blending, festivals
Why does Spanish remain the dominant language in most of South America while Portuguese dominates Brazil?
Because of colonization patterns → Spain colonized most regions; Portugal colonized Brazil
Name the 3 major physical features students must know.
Andes, Amazon River, Amazon Rainforest
Explain how the economic benefits of using the Amazon rainforest can conflict with environmental protection. Give an example.
Using Amazon land for ranching, farming, mining makes money and supports economies, but it destroys habitats, increases carbon, and contributes to climate change.
How did the Columbian Exchange change the world?
Increased food variety, population growth, cultural blending
A new instrument from Africa becomes popular in Brazilian music. This is an example of what?
Cultural Diffusion.
Explain how the Columbian Exchange changed world population growth over time.
New crops (corn, potatoes) increased food supply → supported population growth in Europe/Asia → long-term population expansion worldwide.