Environmental Characteristics of Central America & Caribbean 1

Which landform is Central America?

• Isthmus

• Valley

• Peninsula

An Archipelago is...

• A small group of islands

• A large group of islands

• A long curve of islands

What 7 countries make up Central America?

Which two bodies of water are in Central America?

• Atlantic Ocean

• Pacific Ocean

• Gulf of Caribbean

• Caribbean Sea

What body of water does Central America and the Caribbean have in common?

• Caribbean Sea

• Pacific Ocean

• Atlantic Ocean

• Gulf of Mexico

What 4 islands are part of the greater antilles?

Explain how people in Central America and the Caribbean used the elements from their environment for trade and economics. Be very detailed and specific in your answer. Use complete sentences.

Describe the climate and vegetation of Central America and the Caribbean. Be very specific and detailed in your answer. Use complete sentences to explain your answer.