Quiz on South America

What is the largest river basin in South America?

• Paraná basin

• Orinoco basin

• Uruguay basin

• Amazon basin

Which mountain range lies along the western edge of South America?

• Rocky Mountains

• Himalayas

• Andes Mountains

• Appalachian Mountains

What type of climate is most common in South America?

• Temperate climate

• Tropical climate

• Polar climate

• Desert climate

Which animal is known to live in the Andes Mountains?

• Giraffe

• Llama

• Elephant

• Kangaroo

What is the main language spoken in most of South America?

• German

• Spanish

• English

• French

Which country is a leading exporter of beef in South America?

• Argentina

• Brazil

• Colombia

• Chile

What is the capital of Brazil?

• Santiago

• Buenos Aires

• Brasília

• Lima

Which animal is a well-known bird in South America?

• Eagle

• Penguin

• Ostrich

• Hummingbird

What is the main economic activity in South America?

• Agriculture

• Fishing

• Mining

• Tourism

Who were the original inhabitants of South America?

• Europeans

• Asians

• Africans

• Native Americans