Latin America Regions Quiz

Which of the following is NOT one of the three regions into which Latin America is divided?

• Mexico and Central America

• The Caribbean

• South America

• North America

Which region includes countries like Mexico and Guatemala?

• The Caribbean

• South America

• Mexico and Central America

• North America

Which region of Latin America includes islands such as Cuba and Jamaica?

• Mexico and Central America

• The Caribbean

• South America

• North America

Which region of Latin America includes countries like Brazil and Argentina?

• Mexico and Central America

• The Caribbean

• South America

• North America

Why is Latin America called "Latin America"?

• Because the countries in Latin America speak Latin.

• Because the countries in Latin America speak Spanish and Portuguese, which are descended from Latin.

• Because the countries in Latin America are located near Italy.

• Because the countries in Latin America were colonized by the Romans.

Which regions are labeled on the map provided?

• North America, Europe, Asia

• Central America, The Caribbean, South America

• Africa, Australia, Antarctica

• Europe, Asia, Africa

What is the region located directly south of Central America on the map?

• North America

• Europe

• South America

• Africa

Which region is located to the east of Central America on the map?

• The Caribbean

• South America

• Africa

• Europe

How wide is Mexico and Central America?

• 1,500 miles

• 2,500 miles

• 3,500 miles

• 4,500 miles

What geographical feature dominates the region of Mexico and Central America?

• Deserts

• Plains

• Mountains

• Rivers