Geographical Relationships of South America

The video explains that South America is not directly south of North America as commonly perceived. It highlights that South America is further east than expected. Using Jacksonville, Florida, as a reference point, the video illustrates that most of South America is due east of this location. It also points out that states like Michigan, Kentucky, and Tennessee are west of South America, challenging common geographical assumptions.

What is a common misconception about the location of South America in relation to North America?

• It is directly west of North America.

• It is directly south of North America.

• It is directly north of North America.

• It is directly east of North America.

If you draw a line directly south from Jacksonville, Florida, where would you find South America?

• Due east of the line

• Directly south of the line

• Due west of the line

• Directly north of the line

Which U.S. city is used as an example to illustrate the location of South America?

• New Orleans, Louisiana

• Jacksonville, Florida

• Miami, Florida

• Atlanta, Georgia

Which of the following U.S. states is located entirely west of South America?

• Florida

• New York

• Michigan

• California

What is the main point of the video regarding the location of South America?

• South America is further west than commonly thought.

• South America is further east than commonly thought.

• South America is directly north of the U.S.

• South America is directly south of the U.S.

Which U.S. states are mentioned as being west of South America?

• California, Nevada, Arizona

• Michigan, Kentucky, Tennessee

• New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania

• Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas