Overview of Mexico Part 1

Multiple Choice

Which region on Earth receives sunlight most directly according to the diagram?

• The Equator

• 60° N

• 30° N

• 60° S

Multiple Select

Which of the following are true about plateaus?

• They rise sharply above the surrounding area

• They are always found at sea level

• They have flat tops

• They can be surrounded by deserts

Open Ended

Explain why Mexico City has lower average temperatures than South Texas, even though it is farther south.

TURN AND TALK!

Based on the information already provided, describe two reasons why Mexico City is important both geographically and culturally.

Sentence Stems:

I know that culturally Mexico City...

I discussed that geographically ....

Open Ended

Based on the information already provided, describe two reasons why Mexico City is important both geographically and culturally.

I know that culturally Mexico City...

I discussed that geographically ....

Multiple Choice

Which of the following biomes can be found in Mexico according to the vegetation zones map?

• Chaparral

• Desert

• Cloud Forest

• All of the above

Multiple Choice

Which river is also known as the Rio Grande and forms part of the border between Mexico and the United States?

• Lerma River

• Sonora River

• Rio Bravo del Norte

• Yaqui River

Multiple Choice

Which climate zone in Mexico is known for changing temperatures based on elevation or latitude?

• Chaparral

• Vertical Climate Zone

• Desert

• Tropical

Multiple Select

Which of the following crops were brought back to Spain as cash crops after the Spanish arrival in Mexico?

• Corn

• Tomatoes

• Chocolate

• Potatoes

Multiple Select

Which of the following are features of Mexican society and culture?

• Extended families

• Mural art

• Single-generation households

• Street performances

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes an extended family?

• A household with only parents and children

• A household with several generations of family members

• A group of friends living together

• A single person living alone

Open Ended

Why is Spanish spoken in Mexico?

Open Ended

Explain how the Ring of Fire affects the landforms and volcanic activity in Mexico.