SS6H1b: European Influences in Latin America

What was the religion brought to Latin America by Europeans?

• Catholicism
• Buddhism
• Judaism
• Shintoism

Did the Columbian Exchange hurt or help indigenous people?

• Hurt
• Help
• Neither
• Both

Which of these is NOT an example of a European influence in Latin America?

• Most of Latin America is Catholic
• Most of Latin America speaks Spanish
• The main language in Brazil is Portuguese
• Most of Latin America is communist

Which European country controlled the majority of Latin America?

• Spain
• The Netherlands
• France
• Britain

What does indigenous mean?

• People who recently moved to a place
• People who travel around the world
• The original people who have lived in a place
• Groups that follow modern trends

The colonies established by European powers in the Americas were often created for economic gain, but they also led to tensions with indigenous populations. Was this the correct use of the word colonies?

• Yes
• No

Which Latin American country's language and culture is greatly influenced by Portugal?

• Brazil
• Panama
• Cuba
• Chile

Which of these options belongs in box #3?

• Spanish language and culture spread throughout Latin America
• Indigenous Cultures blended with Spanish and Portuguese Colonists
• Catholicism is the main religion in Latin America
• Spanish and Portuguese languages took over Latin America

Which European country conquered most of Latin America, with the exception of Brazil?

• Spain
• Portugal
• Germany
• France

How many people in Latin America identify as Catholic?

• 90%
• 15%
• 100%
• 75%