Political Divisions of South America

There are three political regions in South America. Which regions are correct?

• Western, Northern, Eastern

• Northern, Southern, Eastern

• Eastern, Western, Southern

• Western, Central, Eastern

Which country in South America is the largest in size and population?

• Suriname

• Colombia

• Brazil

• Venezuela

Which two statements are true about where people live in South America?

• Most people live in rural areas.

• Most people live in big cities.

• Most people live near the coasts.

• Most people live in the middle of the continent.

Which political region has no dependencies?

• Northern

• Southern

• Western

• Eastern

Which four countries are part of the Northern Political Region?

• Ecuador, Colombia, Venezuela, Guyana

• Brazil, Suriname, Guyana, Venezuela

• Colombia, Suriname, French Guiana, Venezuela

• Colombia, Suriname, Venezuela, Guyana

In the Western Political Region, which country is the largest?

• Chile

• Peru

• Bolivia

• Ecuador

Why is the Western Region so sparsely populated? (Choose two)

• Because these countries have no dependencies

• Because the Andes Mountains provide a harsh climate

• Because the Andes Mountains are difficult to cross and separate these countries from the rest of the continent

• Because this is an ugly area and no one wants to live there

What is the capital of Ecuador?

• Santa Cruz

• Quito

• Lima

• Santiago

What is the largest country in the Northern Region of South America, in both land mass and population?

• Venezuela

• Guyana

• Suriname

• Colombia

Which country is named "land of many flowing rivers?"

• Colombia

• Brazil

• Guyana

• Suriname