Latin America Modern Issues

What is the primary role of the President in most Latin American countries?

• Head of Government

• Head of State

• Both Head of State and Head of Government

• Ceremonial figure with no real power

Which Latin American country is experiencing the environmental issue of destruction of the Amazon Rainforest?

• The country at Letter A

• The country at Letter B

• The country at Letter C

• The country at Letter D

What are the main sources of air pollution in Mexico City?

• Smoke from cooking fires in Mexican villages

• Emissions from cars and factories that build up over the city

• Mining in the Sierra Madre mountains

• Cutting down trees on the Mexican plateau

How does GEOGRAPHY play a role in Mexico City’s pollution problem?

• It's one of the world’s most populated cities.

• The factories and cars produce a lot of air pollutants.

• It lies in a valley, surrounded by mountains, that traps in air pollutants over the city.

• The city has views of beautiful mountains.

In what way(s) has Mexico City’s government worked to reduce air pollution over the city? Choose THREE.

• Using CLEANER burning fuels in factories and automobiles

• Citizens take a day OFF from driving each week

• STRICTER emissions tests for automobiles

• Push for LESS public transportation.

A high global demand for which resource has greatly contributed to the destruction of the Amazon Rainforest?

• lumber

• cotton

• fish

• uranium

Why has Brazil’s government been slow to stop deforestation of the Amazon Rainforest?

• Brazil’s government is not interested in protecting the environment.

• The native Amazonians refuse to give up any more of their land to loggers.

• Ranchers have started turning over their land to the government, so it is no longer an issue.

• Money from sales of the Amazon’s resources has led to economic growth for Brazil.

What is a significant social issue facing many Latin American countries today?

• A) High levels of urbanization

• B) Income inequality

• C) Overpopulation

• D) Lack of natural resources

Which Latin American country has been most affected by the political and economic crisis in recent years?

• A) Argentina

• B) Brazil

• C) Venezuela

• D) Chile

What is a major environmental concern in the Amazon Rainforest?

• A) Air pollution

• B) Deforestation

• C) Water scarcity

• D) Urban sprawl