Unit 3 Benchmark Exam- Latin America

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What is the largest rainforest in the world, located primarily in Brazil?

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Amazon Rainforest

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Which mountain range runs along the western edge of South America? Options: Rockies, Andes, Himalayas, Appalachian

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Andes

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Which river is the longest in South America? Options: Amazon, Mississippi, Orinoco, Parana

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Amazon

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Which body of water separates South America from Africa?

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Atlantic Ocean

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What is the name of the group of Islands located at the southern tip of South America? Options: Galapagos Islands, Hawaiian Islands, Falkland Islands, Bahamas

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Falkland Islands

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Which river basin is home to one of the most biodiverse ecosystems in the world? Options: Mississippi Basin, Congo Basin, Yangtze Basin, Amazon Basin

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Amazon Basin

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Which of the following is the highest mountain in South America? Aconcagua, Mount Fitz Roy, Cerro Torre, Mount Chimborazo

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Aconcagua

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What is the name of the famous waterfall located on the border between Brazil and Argentina?

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Iguazu Falls

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What is the primary language spoken in most Latin American countries?

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Spanish

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Which country is known for its tango music and dance? Options: Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru

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Argentina