Latin America

In Cuba, the dictator Fidel Castro, ruled the country for many decades. His government is an example of –

• Rule by many

• Rule by one

• Rule by few

• Rule by none

Where is the Atlantic Ocean located on the map of South America?

• To the west of South America.

• To the east of South America.

• To the north of South America.

• To the south of South America.

Which of the following are likely effects if an earthquake or major hurricane struck the country of Panama?

• Ports in Brazil would become more important for getting goods to the Pacific ocean.

• There would be a great influx of new businesses created.

• More people would vacation if plans included travel from the Atlantic to the Pacific through the canal.

• Ships might not be able to get through the canal and could have to go around the southern tip of South America.

Which of the following shows how people are impacted by hurricanes? Select TWO correct answers.

• lack of electricity for sources of light

• lack of aid from other countries

• lack of 24 hour news coverage of the event

• lack of clean drinking water

Most Latin American countries have some form of a democratic government. What responsibilities do these governments ask their citizens to fulfill?

• Pay taxes and serve in the military

• Obey the laws and vote in free elections

• Attend school and volunteer

• Work and travel abroad

What geographic feature required people to develop terrace farming?

• rivers

• mountains

• oceans

• peninsulas

Which country has the highest literacy rate?

• Brazil

• Panama

• Cuba

• Bolivia

Which country has the highest infant mortality rate?

• Brazil

• Panama

• Cuba

• Bolivia

Which country has a GDP per Capita of 14,600?

• Brazil

• Panama

• Cuba

• Bolivia

Which country has a literacy rate of 92.5%?

• Brazil

• Panama

• Cuba

• Bolivia