Central America and Caribbean Quiz

What are the countries that make up Central America?

• Canada, United States, Mexico, Panama

• Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Panama

• Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia

• Mexico, Cuba, Jamaica, Puerto Rico

What are the major geographical features of Central America?

• Deserts, tundra, and grasslands

• Canyons, plateaus, and glaciers

• Swamps, marshes, and savannas

• Mountains, volcanoes, rainforests, and coastal plains

Why was the Panama Canal built?

• To create a tourist attraction

• To create a shortcut for ships traveling between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans

• To test engineering capabilities

• To provide water for surrounding areas

What are the economic benefits of the Panama Canal?

• Reduced trade, increased shipping costs, and stagnant economic development

• Limited trade opportunities, higher shipping costs, and negative impact on economic development

• Increased trade, reduced shipping costs, and improved economic development

• Increased unemployment, higher shipping costs, and decreased economic development

Which countries in Central America are known for their coffee production?

• Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru

• Guatemala, Costa Rica, Honduras, and Nicaragua

• Jamaica, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Bahamas

• Mexico, El Salvador, Panama, Belize

What are the main challenges faced by coffee producers in Central America?

• Climate change, pests and diseases, low prices, lack of access to credit and resources

• High coffee prices

• Stable climate

• Overabundance of resources

How have drug wars affected the countries of Central America and the Caribbean?

• Enhanced education, healthcare, and infrastructure

• Decreased violence, increased safety, and economic growth

• Improved economy, social stability, and political transparency

• Increased violence, corruption, and instability

What are the main destinations for immigrants from Central America and the Caribbean?

• United States, Canada, and some European countries

• Mexico, Brazil, and Argentina

• Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa

• China, Japan, and South Korea

What are the social and economic impacts of immigration on the countries of Central America and the Caribbean?

• The social and economic impacts of immigration on the countries of Central America and the Caribbean include changes in demographics, labor force, cultural diversity, and remittances.

• Decreased cultural diversity and remittances

• Increased unemployment and poverty

• Stagnant labor force and no impact on demographics

What are the main causes of deforestation in Central America?

• Urbanization, agriculture, and logging

• Increased rainfall and natural disasters

• Decreased population and lack of infrastructure

• Improved education and healthcare