Unit 3 Chapter 9 Latin America Landscapes and Resources

What types of landscapes are found in Latin America according to the text?

• Rain forests, mountain ranges, deserts, and savannas

• Tundras, glaciers, and plains

• Urban cities and industrial areas

• Coral reefs and beaches

What is Latin America rich in, as mentioned in the text?

• Technology and innovation

• Varied beauty, resources, and plant and animal life

• Historical monuments and ancient ruins

• Political stability and economic growth

What is the title of Chapter 9 in the Geography learning material?

• Human Geography of Latin America

• Physical Geography of Latin America

• Cultural Geography of Latin America

• Economic Geography of Latin America

Which of the following landforms are included in Latin America's geography?

• Deserts, plateaus, and valleys

• Highlands, lowlands, mountains, and plains

• Forests, rivers, and lakes

• Tundra, glaciers, and fjords

What are the most remarkable physical features of Latin America?

• The Rocky Mountains and the Mississippi River

• The Andes Mountains and the Amazon River

• The Himalayas and the Ganges River

• The Alps and the Danube River

How many miles does Latin America span?

• 5,000 miles

• 6,000 miles

• 7,000 miles

• 8,000 miles

Which mountain range is located along the western side of South America?

• Rocky Mountains

• Andes Mountains

• Himalayas

• Alps

The Andes Mountains are part of a chain that includes which other mountain ranges?

• Himalayas and Alps

• Rockies in the U.S. and Sierra Madre in Mexico

• Appalachians and Urals

• Pyrenees and Carpathians

Which civilization was once home to the Andes Mountains?

• Maya

• Aztec

• Inca

• Olmec

Where are the Guiana Highlands located?

• Southeast section of South America

• Northeast section of South America

• Southwest section of South America

• Northwest section of South America