Exploring the Caribbean and Central America

Front

Which of the following islands is prone to hurricanes? Greenland, Puerto Rico, Madagascar, Iceland

Back

Puerto Rico

Front

Which body of water is located to the east of Central America?

Back

Atlantic Ocean

Front

Which indigenous group was known for farming on the islands of the Greater Antilles?

Back

Taino

Front

Who arrived in the Bahamas on October 12, 1492?

Back

Christopher Columbus

Front

Which European country set up colonies in Cuba, the Dominican Republic, and Puerto Rico?

Back

Spain

Front

What was the main economic activity in the Caribbean colonies by the 1600s?

Back

Sugar industry

Front

What type of government does Cuba have?

Back

Communist

Front

Which city is a major urban center in Central America?

Back

San José

Front

What is the leading force of society in Cuba?

Back

The Communist Party

Front

Which ocean is located to the west of Central America?

Back

Pacific Ocean