Latin America History and Geography Flashcardizz

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How many countries are there in Latin America?

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33

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The 1st inhabitants of the land were _____________ from Asia

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hunter-gatherers

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Why is it called Latin America?

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It is called Latin America because most of its people speak Spanish or Portuguese and both modern languages are based on Latin.

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Fill in the blank: Incas built a large empire that spread down the ______ coast of South America.

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western

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What happened to many natives during the European colonization?

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They were displaced and suffered from diseases brought by Europeans.

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Which country did not free its slaves until 1888? Haiti, Brazil, Mexico

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Brazil

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Which territory is represented by the color blue in the Colonization of Americas map?

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British Territory

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Currently, analysts are projecting that at least how many Latin Americans may lose their jobs?

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0

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What percentage of the world's land area does Latin America cover?

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More than 15%

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What does the map illustrate about the population density in the Americas?

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The map shows high population density in coastal areas.