Caribbean South America – Multiple Choice Flashcard

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Which countries make up Caribbean South America?

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Colombia, Venezuela, Guyana, Suriname, and French Guiana

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Where is Venezuela’s highest elevation found?

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In the Guiana Highlands

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Which river runs through Venezuela’s rain forests, plains, and highlands?

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Orinoco River

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Flat-topped mountains scattered across Canaima National Park are called—

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Tepuis

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What wildlife is mentioned as living in the region’s forests and rivers?

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Red-billed toucans, jaguars, ocelots, and piranhas

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Why do the Llanos flood easily?

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They are low, flat plains where rivers can overflow

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Which factor primarily causes warm temperatures year-round in Caribbean South America?

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Location near the equator

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What are the major agricultural crops grown in the region due to good soils and moderate climates?

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Rice, coffee, bananas, and sugarcane

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Which natural resources are highlighted as valuable in addition to agriculture?

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Oil, iron ore, and coal

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Colombia is located on which continent?

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South America