Topic 4 Test

What facts show that the Inca were skilled builders? (choose all that are correct) (lesson 2)

• They built buildings with stones that were cut to fit perfectly together.
• Their buildings have lasted hundreds of years.
• They made a long road system, some can still be found today.
• The buildings crumbled quickly and were rebuilt often.

Hydroelectric power is produced from what? (lesson 6)

Draw a symbol to show what motivated the Spanish to conquer new lands in the Americas. (lesson 3)

Answer explanation

They wanted money and more power

What is the significance of the Treaty of Tordesillas? (lesson 3)

• Divided the Americas into two zones
• It started a war between Spain and Portugal

Which civilization was the first in South America? (lesson 1)

• Norte-Chico
• Chavin
• Moche
• Tiahuanaco

The people who lived in the Andes Mountains learned to tame ________. They used them to carry loads, wool for clothing, and meat for food. (lesson 1)

• camels
• wolves
• llamas
• bears

Which of the following was not an early crop planted in South America? (lesson 1)

• manioc
• eggplant
• cassava
• cotton

Which countries in South America rely on fishing? (lesson 6)

• Brazil and Colombia
• Colombia and Peru
• Venezuela and Ecuador
• Ecuador and Peru

Which term means "area within which all countries can freely trade with one another"? (lesson 7)

• free trade zone
• corruption
• quipu
• nongovernmental organization

What type of government do all the countries of South America have? (Lesson 6)

• Monarchy
• Dictatorship
• Republican
• Communism