Exploring Central America: Geography and History

Which mountain range is located in Central America?

• Andes

• Sierra Madre de Chiapas

• Rocky Mountains

• Appalachian Mountains

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

• Atlantic Ocean

• Indian Ocean

• Caribbean Sea

• Mediterranean Sea

What is the capital city of Costa Rica?

• Managua

• San José

• Panama City

• Tegucigalpa

Which European country primarily colonized Central America in the 16th century?

• Portugal

• France

• Spain

• England

What was the name of the union formed by Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica after gaining independence from Spain?

• United Provinces of Central America

• Central American Federation

• Latin American Union

• Caribbean Confederation

Which man-made waterway significantly reduced the travel distance for ships between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans?

• Suez Canal

• Erie Canal

• Panama Canal

• Kiel Canal

What type of government does Belize have?

• Absolute monarchy

• Constitutional monarchy

• Republic

• Dictatorship

Which of the following is a major cash crop grown in Central America?

• Wheat

• Bananas

• Rice

• Corn

What is the primary economic activity in many parts of Central America?

• Mining

• Tourism

• Fishing

• Technology

Which of the following is a major city in Panama?

• San Salvador

• Panama City

• San José

• Managua