CH. 6 FLASHCARD

Front

In which hemispheres is the Caribbean region located?

Back

Northern and Western hemispheres

Front

Which major body of water surrounds most Caribbean islands?

Back

Caribbean Sea

Front

What is the capital city of The Bahamas?

Back

Nassau

Front

Which type of natural disaster frequently affects the Caribbean islands?

Back

Hurricanes

Front

What happened to many native mammals in the Caribbean?

Back

They became extinct

Front

What is a common feature of the Caribbean climate?

Back

Tropical temperatures

Front

Which industry is important to many Caribbean economies?

Back

Tourism

Front

Why do some Caribbean people move to other countries?

Back

To find work opportunities

Front

What type of vegetation is common in the Caribbean?

Back

Tropical plants

Front

Which describes trade in the Caribbean?

Back

They trade with many countries