South America Notes Review

What is the rank of South America in terms of size among the continents of the world?

• First

• Second

• Third

• Fourth

Which country occupies nearly half of South America's land area?

• Argentina

• Venezuela

• Brazil

• Colombia

How many nations does South America include?

• 10

• 12

• 14

• 16

Which of the following is not a major territory of South America?

• French Guiana

• The Falkland Islands

• The Galapagos Islands

• Easter Island

Where is most of South America's population located?

• In rural areas

• In its cities

• In the Amazon rainforest

• In the Andes mountains

Where do many of South America's large cities lie?

• Along the coast

• Inland, away from the coast

• Near the equator

• In the southern tip of the continent

Where does the equator cross the continent of South America?

• Just below its widest point

• Just above its widest point

• At the northernmost point

• At the southernmost point

What is the general climate of South America?

• Cold year-round

• Warm year-round except in the mountains and the far south

• Dry and desert-like throughout

• Constantly rainy and wet

What is the predominant weather pattern in South America in terms of precipitation?

• Sparse rain and mostly dry

• Plenty of rain with some desert areas

• Snowfall throughout the year

• Unpredictable weather with no clear pattern

Which mountain range stretches along the western coast of South America from Venezuela to Tierra del Fuego?

• The Rocky Mountains

• The Himalayas

• The Andes Mountains

• The Appalachian Mountains