Settlements – True or false

The Uros people of Lake Titicaca in Peru reside on man-made floating islands constructed from reeds. These islands were initially created to safeguard the Uros from adversaries, allowing them to float away if danger approached.

Where do the Uros people reside?

• In the Amazon Rainforest

• On the Pacific Coast

• On floating islands in Lake Titicaca

• In the Andes Mountains

What materials are used to construct the Uros people's islands?

• Concrete

• Metal and plastic

• Wood and stone

• Reeds

Why were the floating islands originally built?

• To attract tourists

• To provide a stable fishing platform

• To improve trade routes

• To protect the Uros people from enemies

What could the Uros people do if a threat appeared?

• Build a fortress

• Hide in the mountains

• Call for reinforcements

• Float away

What is the primary advantage of the Uros people's floating islands?

• They can be moved in case of danger

• They are close to the mainland

• They are easy to build

• They are made of durable materials