Geography and Culture of Latin America and the Caribbean

The video concludes a series on Latin America, covering its geography, nations, and cultural aspects. It reviews Central and South American countries, the Caribbean, and discusses the region's diverse climate and geography. Economic and political conditions are explored, highlighting disparities and historical influences. The video also touches on cultural and linguistic unity, emphasizing the predominance of Spanish and Portuguese languages and Christian beliefs. The lesson encourages reviewing previous materials for a comprehensive understanding.

Which country is not part of Central America?

• Honduras

• Guatemala

• Belize

• Colombia

Which of the following is not an independent nation in the Caribbean?

• Barbados

• Jamaica

• Puerto Rico

• Cuba

What is the driest non-polar desert on Earth?

• Sahara Desert

• Kalahari Desert

• Gobi Desert

• Atacama Desert

Which mountain range is the longest in the world?

• Himalayas

• Alps

• Rockies

• Andes

Which region is known as the 'lungs of the world'?

• Pampas Plains

• Andes Mountains

• Amazon Basin

• Sahara Desert

Which country has the largest oil reserves but is the poorest in South America?

• Venezuela

• Brazil

• Argentina

• Chile

Which Caribbean country has a GDP per capita of more than US$33,000?

• Bahamas

• Jamaica

• Haiti

• Cuba

Which language is predominantly spoken in Brazil?

• English

• Spanish

• Portuguese

• French

Which language is spoken in Suriname?

• Dutch

• English

• French

• Spanish

What is the predominant religion in most Latin American countries?

• Hinduism

• Roman Catholicism

• Buddhism

• Islam