CXC CSEC GEOGRAPHY Caribbean Resources

What are some natural resources found in the Caribbean?

• Coal, timber, fish

• Gold, silver, copper

• Diamonds, uranium, wheat

• Oil, natural gas, minerals

Name a popular tourist destination in the Caribbean.

• Cancun

• Jamaica

• Hawaii

• Bahamas

Which crop is a major part of agriculture in the Caribbean?

• Bananas

• Sugar cane

• Coconuts

• Pineapples

What is the main type of fish caught in the Caribbean?

• Snapper

• Tuna

• Mahi Mahi

• Swordfish

Which mineral is commonly mined in the Caribbean?

• Diamonds

• Bauxite

• Copper

• Gold

What are the primary energy sources used in the Caribbean?

• Oil, natural gas, renewable energy sources

• Coal, wind, solar power

Which natural resource is abundant in the Caribbean and used for tourism?

• Beaches

• Deserts

• Rainforests

• Mountains

What is the impact of agriculture on the economy of the Caribbean?

• Agriculture negatively impacts the economy of the Caribbean

• Agriculture positively impacts the economy of the Caribbean through employment

• Agriculture only benefits a small portion of the population in the Caribbean

• Agriculture has no impact on the economy of the Caribbean

How does the fishing industry contribute to the livelihood of Caribbean communities?

• The fishing industry in the Caribbean has no impact on local communities

• Caribbean communities solely rely on agriculture for their livelihood

• Fishing industry in the Caribbean leads to environmental degradation

• Contributes to the livelihood of Caribbean communities by providing employment

What environmental concerns are associated with mining activities in the Caribbean?

• Air pollution, noise pollution, habitat destruction

• Deforestation, soil erosion, water pollution, disruption of marine ecosystems