Latin America Review

Which country is not part of Latin America?

• Canada

• Mexico

• Brazil

• Argentina

Why is the region from Mexico down to South America known as Latin America?

• because of the Spanish and Portuguese languages spoken there

• Because they trade with the United States

• Because they once belonged to Canada

• Because they were colonized by Asian Countries

Which of the following rivers is a natural boundary between Mexico and the United States?

• Mississippi River

• Colorado River

• Amazon River

• Rio Grande River

Which mountain range is found in South America?

• Andes Mountains

• Rocky Mountains

• Appalachian Mountains

• Himalaya Mountains

How do dense forests affect South America?

• They provide quick trading routes in South America

• They help export goods

• Make trade difficult

• They are used to import goods

Central America is also known as

• North America

• South America

• Mexico

• Middle America

Which of the following did the Mayans NOT use?

• 365 day calendar

• Hieroglyphics

• Pyramids

• Telescopes

Where did the Mayans live?

• Peru

• Brazil

• Yucatan Peninsula

• Florida Peninsula

The Aztec city of Tenochtitlan is present day....

• Mexico City

• New York

• Austin

• Rio de Janeiro

Which country led by Hernan Cortes conquered the Aztecs?

• Spain

• France

• Great Britain

• Portugal