Mexico's Geography and Culture Quiz

What significant political change occurred in Mexico in 2000?

• Mexico became a democracy

• Vicente Fox was elected president

• NAFTA was implemented

• The economy was restructured

Which agreement replaced NAFTA?

• Mexican Trade Alliance

• North American Trade Deal

• United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement

• Continental Free Trade Pact

What type of agriculture is used by farmers who only grow enough to feed their families?

• Commercial farming

• Cash crop farming

• Slash-and-burn agriculture

• Industrial farming

How many culture regions does Mexico have?

• Three

• Five

• Six

• Four

What environmental problem affects Mexico City?

• Water pollution

• Deforestation

• Soil erosion

• Air pollution/smog

What is the approximate population of Mexico City and its surrounding area?

• 15 million

• 19 million

• 21 million

• 25 million

What type of factories are found in Mexico's northern region?

• Maquiladoras

• Auto plants

• Steel mills

• Textile mills

Which city is NOT mentioned as being in Mexico's northern region?

• Monterrey

• Guadalajara

• Tijuana

• Ciudad Juárez

What traditional agricultural products are grown in southern Mexico?

• Corn and wheat

• Rice and beans

• Sugarcane and coffee

• Fruits and vegetables

What characteristic is common in southern Mexico's population?

• They primarily speak Spanish

• They speak Indian languages

• They are mostly urban dwellers

• They work in factories