Exploring Central America: Geography and Culture

Which of the following is a major body of water located to the east of Central America?

• Pacific Ocean

• Caribbean Sea

• Lake Nicaragua

• Atlantic Ocean

What is the name of the mountain range located in Central America?

• Andes

• Sierra Madre de Chiapas

• Rocky Mountains

• Appalachian Mountains

Which city is the capital of Panama?

• San José

• Managua

• Panama City

• Tegucigalpa

In which century did the Spanish begin colonizing Central America?

• 14th century

• 15th century

• 16th century

• 17th century

Which country in Central America was colonized by the British in the 1630s?

• Guatemala

• Belize

• Honduras

• Nicaragua

What was a significant consequence of Spanish colonization in Central America?

• Increase in Native American population

• Introduction of new agricultural techniques

• Elimination of large numbers of Native Americans

• Establishment of democratic governments

Which of the following countries was NOT part of the United Provinces of Central America?

• Guatemala

• Panama

• El Salvador

• Costa Rica

What is the primary purpose of the Panama Canal?

• To generate hydroelectric power

• To provide fresh water to Panama City

• To reduce the distance, cost, and time for ships traveling between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans

• To serve as a tourist attraction

Which type of government is found in Belize?

• Absolute monarchy

• Constitutional monarchy

• Dictatorship

• Republic

What is a major economic activity in Central America?

• Mining

• Tourism

• Automobile manufacturing

• Information technology