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WorksheetsUnit 4 Quiz Review
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
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1.
Which of the following is one way cultures of Central America were influenced by Spanish colonization?
a)
Farming became the primary economic activity in the region.
b)
Christianity and the Spanish language were introduced into the region.
c)
Mayan cultural practices were adopted by the Spanish settlers in the region.
d)
Women gained greater equality when Spanish laws were applied to the region.
2.
South America can be considered a culture region because —
a)
most of the governments in the region are republics
b)
a majority of the population practices the same religion
c)
the region is home to many various indigenous culture groups
d)
agriculture is the most common economic activity in the region
3.
Reggae music has developed in Jamaica over the last few decades. What historical event can BEST be linked to the development of reggae?
a)
the Enslavement and trade of African people
b)
Industrial Revolution
c)
fall of communism
d)
rise of totalitarian states
4.
Under the leadership of Fidel Castro, the Cuban government is best described as
a)
limited
b)
unlimited
c)
democratic
d)
constitutional
5.
In a communist economic system, such as that of Cuba, economic decisions are primarily made by —
a)
consumers and producers
b)
traditional indigenous leader
c)
the owners of major industries
d)
the government
6.
Leading Exports from Central America
• Bananas • Coffee • Cotton
• Meat • Wood • Rubber
Based on the above information, most of Central American trade relies on —
• Bananas • Coffee • Cotton
• Meat • Wood • Rubber
Based on the above information, most of Central American trade relies on —
a)
manufacturing
b)
immigrant labor
c)
cash crops
d)
mineral extraction
7.
Which are reasons for the growing tourism in Latin America?
a)
healthy beaches
b)
rain forest
c)
cultural arts
d)
all of the above
8.
Which factor contributed to countries along the Atlantic Ocean expanding trade with countries along the Pacific Ocean during the twentieth century?
a)
Introduction of high-speed rail
b)
Opening of the Panama Canal
c)
Creation of new faster sailing ships
d)
Signing of the North American Free Trade Agreement
9.
What is one way that the migration of European colonists to South America changed the character of the region?
a)
Men and women gained greater social equality
b)
Economic practices reverted to traditional methods.
c)
Religion and language patterns changed significantly.
d)
Native groups switched from terrace to field farming.
10.
Which cultural trait distinguishes Brazil from most other nations in South America?
a)
Lack of education
b)
Portuguese language
c)
Protestant religious beliefs
d)
Religious celebration
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