South America Quiz

How many countries make up South America?

• 10

• 12

• 14

• 16

Which of the following is a British territory in South America?

• Chile

• Ecuador

• Peru

• Falkland Islands

What is the climate like in the rainforests of Brazil?

• Dry and arid

• Hot and humid

• Cold and snowy

• Mild and temperate

Which mountain range runs nearly the whole length of South America?

• Alps

• Himalayas

• Andes

• Rocky Mountains

How long are the Andes?

• 6,500 metres

• 5,500 miles

• 6,500 miles

• 5,500 metres

True or false: the highest mountain in the world is in the Andes.

• True

• False

Draw a line showing where the Andes are.

Why did the Cornish head to Peru in the 1800s? Choose TWO.

• Because Peru offered better wages

• Because Peru had a beautiful landscape

• Because Peru had materials that needed to be mined

• Because they were part of the British Empire

What was Hayle's role in the Cornish heading to Peru?

• Both Hayle and Peru had beautiful beaches.

• Hayle had two major mining factories.

• Richard Trevithick was born there.

• Hayle had a good passport system.

What is the capital city of Brazil?

• Rio de Janeiro

• Lima

• Brasilia

• Buenos Aires