Latin America Physical Geo

Match the climate zone to the region:

• N. Mexico & southern portion of South Am

• Polar (extreme cold, dry)

• Caribbean, most Mexico & Central America

• Tropical (warm temperatures year-round)

• arctic & antarctic regions

• Temperate  (moderate temps & seasons)

A tropical woodland with an annual rainfall of AT LEAST 100 inches is known as:

• Savannah

• Temperate forest

• Tropical rainforest

• Desert

Which of the following are potential consequences of the deforestation of the world's largest rainforest (the Amazon)?

• increases in carbon dioxide

• changes in weather patterns

• loss of biodiversity

• enhanced soil fertility

Which of the following are examples of how the people of the Andes Mountains farm (smarter not harder)?

• farm mountain friendly crops like potatoes, grains and llamas

• terrace farming

• build floating gardens

• farm valley friendly crops like tomatoes, beans & squash

How does Mexico city's location in a valley along the Sierra Madres affect their environment?

• The Sierra Madres create a barrier against natural disasters.

• The location enhances agricultural productivity.

• The valley provides abundant water resources.

• The valley location traps pollution and affects local climate.

The Atacama desert is formed because the Andes Mountains create rain shadows on its leeward slopes. How does this affect the desert?

• The Atacama Desert is extremely dry due to the Andes Mountains blocking rain.

• The Atacama Desert receives heavy rainfall due to the Andes Mountains.

• The Atacama Desert is lush and green because of the rain shadow effect.

• The Andes Mountains have no impact on the climate of the Atacama Desert.

The Llanos & Pampas of South America can be characterized by which of the following?

• vast grassland

• great for grazing cattle

• mountainous regions with steep cliffs

• densely forested regions with high rainfall

The Caribbean region is an archipelago. What is an ARCHIPELAGO?

• A geographical term for mountains

• A group of islands

• A single large landmass

• A vast desertous region

Which of the following does NOT describe the Galapagos archipelago?

• Known for its diverse wildlife

• Located off the coast of Ecuador

• Located in the Caribbean

• Known for Charles Darwin's scientific discoveries

What is DEFORESTATION?

• Deforestation is the planting of new trees in a forest.
• Deforestation refers to the conservation of forest areas.
• Deforestation is the process of growing forests in urban areas.
• Deforestation is the clearing of forests or trees from land.