Geography of Latin America

Introduction to Latin America

By: Sanaya

Mexico

• Part of Latin America but located in North America, south of the U.S 

• Speaks Spanish

• Physical features include the Sierra Madre Mountains and the Gulf of Mexico

• Capital city: Mexico City 

Colombia

• Borders the Pacific Ocean, Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea

• On west coast of South America 

• Speaks Spanish

• Physical features include the Andes Mountains

Multiple Choice

Which of the country speaks Portuguese?

• Chile

• Cuba

• Brazil

• Mexico

• Colombia

Open Ended

Spain: Spanish

Portugal: Portuguese

Both of these countries are European, but their languages are spoken in Latin American counties.

Why do you think this has happened?

Multiple Choice

Which country is home to the Atacama desert?

• Chile

• Brazil

• Colombia

• Cuba

• Panama