Mexico! 7.2 Vocab FHS

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What term is used to describe a person of mixed European and Indigenous ancestry in Latin America?

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Mestizo

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Which term refers to a Spanish conqueror in the Americas?

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Conquistador

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What is the term for the blending of different cultural or religious traditions?

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Syncretism

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Which term describes a very large city, typically one with a population over 10 million? Options: Primate city, Megacity, Free trade zone, Extended family

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Megacity

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What is a primate city?

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A city that is the largest in its country and disproportionately larger than any others.

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What does GDP stand for?

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Gross Domestic Product

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What is a maquiladora?

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A factory in Mexico run by a foreign company.

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What is a free trade zone?

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An area where goods can be imported, stored, and exported without customs duties