Latin America Culture and Geography

Why is the Roman Catholic religion the dominant religion in Latin America?

• African slaves brought new religious traditions to South America

• Spanish colonization of South America spread new religious traditions

• Incan leaders encouraged people in South America to convert to new religions

• Colonial immigrants adopted the beliefs of indigenous people living in South America

What was the result of the European immigrants, indigenous populations, and enslaved Africans living together in Latin America over many generations?

• A newly-blended Latin American culture

• A Spanish-speaking culture

• A highly-segregated culture

• A Mestizo-dominated culture

Because the extent of Mayan influence spread over several Central American countries, what conclusion can you make about Mayan cultural diffusion?

• Mexico and Guatemala have the same government

• The border of Guatemala was a barrier to cultural diffusion

• Mexico and Guatemala are important trading partners of the Maya

• The Mayan culture spread throughout a large section of Central America

Which geographic feature marks the division between Central America and South America?

• Border of Haiti and the Dominica Republic

• Peninsula of Mexico

• North sore of Cuba

• Isthmus of Panama

Which country in South America does the Amazon River basin mostly cover?

• Bolivia

• Brazil

• Chile

• Peru

Which of the following is one way cultures of Central America were influenced by Spanish colonization?

• Farming became the primary economic activity in the region

• Christianity and the Spanish language were introduced into the region

• Mayan cultural practices were adopted by the Spanish settlers in the region

• Women gained greater equality when Spanish laws were applied to the region

How is Brazil different from other nations in South America?

• Lack of education

• Portuguese language

• Protestant religious beliefs

• Carnival religious celebration

Which country is experiencing the the highest level of economic development?

• Brazil

• Chile

• Ecuador

• Peru

The feijoada is an example of a modern cultural practice that has been...

• Changed over time

• Influenced by the past

• Shaped by the environment

• Inspired by technological advances

Church architecture in Latin America and Canada are an example of how these two regions have been influenced by...

• Concepts of equality

• Free enterprise economies

• Cultural diffusion of religion

• Ideas of limited government