Lake Titicaca and the Uros Tribe

Lake Titicaca hosts human-made floating islands inhabited by the Uros tribe in Peru. These islands, constructed from reeds, are a unique living environment. The Uros have adapted to modern times by incorporating solar panels and a radio station. Originally isolated, the islands moved closer to land after a storm, opening up to tourism.

What is the primary material used by the Uros tribe to create their floating islands?

• Wood

• Dried reeds

• Plastic

• Metal

How many human-made islands make up the Uros community?

• 70

• 100

• 50

• 30

What was the original purpose of making the floating platforms movable?

• To change scenery

• To attract tourists

• To catch more fish

• To escape danger

How often do the Uros replace the reeds on their islands?

• Every month

• Four times a year

• Twice a year

• Once a year

What modern technology is used on the islands to power some appliances?

• Wind turbines

• Gas generators

• Solar panels

• Hydroelectric power

What is one of the ways the Uros tribe has adapted to modern life while maintaining their traditions?

• Installing a radio station

• Building permanent structures

• Using plastic instead of reeds

• Switching to motorboats

What natural disaster prompted the Uros tribe to move their islands closer to land?

• Earthquake

• Flood

• Storm

• Volcanic eruption