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This is the largest region in South America
Amazon River Basin
These are the only two landlocked countries in South America
Bolivia
Paraguay
This:
drains the largest area
carries the largest volume of water
runs 4,075 miles long
Amazon River
Term used to describe Latin culture
multiactive
These prevent easy movement of goods in South America
mountains
jungles
The Altiplano, a high plateau, is located here
Andes Mountains
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What is the difference between the Mercosur and Pacific Alliances.
Because most of the people live along the coast, South America is known as a ____ continent
hollow
Most widely spoken language in South America
Quechua
A sudden illegal seizure of the power of government
coup d'etat
It is a rugged plateau that runs parallel to the north coast
The Guiana Highlands
This country nationalized its industries in the 2000s.
Venezuela
Tepuis are examples of ________
escarpments
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List and explain key cultural aesthetics in South America.
Gran Chaco is located here
Rio de la Plata Basin
The members of this alliance desire more control over their economies
Mercosur Alliance
Paulo Afonso Falls is located here
Brazilian Highlands