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Spring Interim Review 2019 Latin America

Total questions: 94

Worksheet time: 1hrs 28mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Why is the Amazon Rain Forest important?

a)

it is a home for the natives of Latin America

b)

it is an important source of medicine and resources

c)

it is an important tourist site that helps the economy.

d)

All of the Above

2.

All of the following groups are against deforestation EXCEPT:

a)

Research Scientists

b)

Ranchers and Farmers

c)

Native People

d)

Environmentalists

3.

Environmentally responsible travel, Low Impact on surrounding nature, Contributes to the well-being of the local people describe which activity?

a)

Irresponsible Tourism

b)

Ecotourism

c)

A fun vacation

d)

All of the Above

4.

Mexico City in central Mexico is close to the equator with a latitude of 19.5 ̊ North. However, its average temperatures are cooler than most tropical cities. Why?

a)

Mexico City is close to the warm currents of the Gulf of Mexico

b)

Mexico City has a longitude of 99 ̊ West

c)

Mexico City has a higher elevation.

d)

All pf the Above

5.

Which of the following is true about the indigenous cultures of Latin America today?

a)

The languages of the native people are still the most widely spoken languages of Latin America today.

b)

Elements of culture from the native people still survive and contribute to the diversity of Latin America.

c)

The native people were completely wiped out by colonization and diseases and little is known about their culture.

d)

All of the Above

6.

Which of the following conclusions can be made about European colonization in Latin America?

a)

Several major native tribes developed in different regions of Mexico because of natural physical boundaries.

b)

Conflict between warring tribes led to the downfall of native empires in Mexico.

c)

Spanish colonization affected the health of the native peoples and caused many cultural changes.

d)

All of the Above

7.

Changes to Latin America brought by Europeans included which of the following:

a)

the establishment of Communist governments in Mexico and Argentina.

b)

the diffusion of Christianity and languages such as Spanish and Portuguese.

c)

the closure of Native American gold and silver mines.

d)

All of the Above

8.

-Spatial Inequality

-Weak Infrastructure

-Stress on social services

-Income Gap

Which of the following would be the title for these items??

a)

Cause of Urbanization in Latin America

b)

Reasons to form trade alliances in Latin American countries

c)

Effects of Urbanization in Latin America

9.

Which of the following would NOT be a physical barrier to migration from Latin America to the United States?

a)

Traveling across the hot, dry desert

b)

Crossing a river at the border

c)

Border patrol at the border crossing

10.

-Shorter travel time between Atlantic and Pacific Oceans

-Independence for Panama

-Many deaths due to tropical diseases

-Creation of Lake Gatun


What would be the best title for this graphic?

a)

Causes of the Panama Canal

b)

Effects of the Panama Canal

c)

Effects of American cultural diffusion

11.

-Rio Grande River border crossing

-Long distance across Mexico

-Hot, arid climate of Mexico

-Various mountain ranges in Central America


What would be the best title for this list?

a)

Human barriers to migration

b)

Physical barriers to migration

c)

Pull factors for migration

12.

All of the following are descriptions of Brazil’s political system today EXCEPT.

a)

Free Enterprise Economy

b)

Freedom of Speech and Religion

c)

Propaganda and food rations

d)

Elections, Political Parties, Voting

13.

All of the following represent Cuba’s political system today EXCEPT?

a)

Use of propaganda

b)

Free enterprise economy

c)

No freedom of speech

d)

Communist economy and food rations

14.

The positive effects were sharing of different crops and horses and cattle introduced to america while negative effects were many Native American died from disease and Native American traditions were lost.

a)

the Columbian Exchange

b)

the Opening of the Panama Canal

c)

the North American Free Trade Agreement

15.

Life Expectancy

at Birth

(years)

Argentina- 75

Bolivia- 66

Brazil- 72

Peru- 73


Which conclusion is best supported by this data?

a)

Peru is more developed than Bolivia.

b)

Argentina had a greater number of young people than Bolivia.

c)

The quality of life was better in Peru than in Argentina.

16.

Republic(1)---------------------(2)-------------------Communism(3)

a)

(1) Cuba (2) Brazil

b)

(2) Brazil (3) Cuba

c)

(1) Brazil (3) Cuba

17.

The completion of the Panama Canal affected trade by —

a)

allowing more products to be shipped in a shorter amount of time

b)

raising the cost of shipping products due to fees incurred by using the canal

c)

increasing the number of shipping days of products due to rock slides in the area

18.
Which is the biggest environmental issue facing Brazil?
a)
air pollution
b)
acid rain
c)
deforestation
d)
the Chernobyl nuclear disaster
19.
Why does the destruction of the Amazon Rainforest threaten the whole world
a)
It produces approximately one fifth of the world's oxygen.
b)
Deforestation contributes to drought conditions in some countries.
c)
It prevents the spread of polluted air and water to other regions.
d)
The crops grown there account for much of the world's food supply.
20.
Which factor puts Mexico City at risk of acid rain?
a)
large oil refining operations in the city
b)
deforestation of areas surrounding the city
c)
significant levels of air pollution in the city
d)
soil erosion and lack of arable land
21.
How does the location of Brazil impact its ability to trade?
a)
Its location on the Atlantic Ocean makes trading with other countries easy
b)
The Atacama Desert helps Brazil trade with many countires
c)
Since it is a landlocked country, it is difficult for Brazil to trade
d)
Its location on the Gulf of Mexico helps Brazil trade
22.
Which natural resource does Cuba export that benefits its economy?
a)
oil
b)
timber
c)
sugar cane
d)
coffee
23.
Which natural resource does Mexico export that benefits its economy?
a)
iron ore
b)
oil
c)
lumber
d)
fish
24.
Which of the following is the MOST important to the economy of Latin America?
a)
coffee
b)
copper
c)
iron
d)
wheat
25.
Which statement about Brazil is MOST LIKELY true?
a)
Its coastal areas have few natural ports.
b)
Its population lives maily in the western part of the country.
c)
Its natural resources play little part in its economy.
d)
Its variety of natural resourcs make it a good trading partner.
26.
Which natural resource is major export of Brazil?
a)
timber
b)
sugar cane
c)
oil
d)
coffee
27.
Which statement is true?
a)
Latin American countries IMPORT many raw materials.
b)
Latin American countries IMPORT many food products.
c)
Latin American countries EXPORT mostly raw materials.
d)
Latin American countries EXPORT mostly finished products.
28.
Where is the population of Brazil the most dense?
a)
along the Amazon River
b)
along the coastal areas
c)
along the southern border
d)
in the interior (central) region
29.
In what type of democracy does the legislative branch select the executive branch?
a)
Presidential
b)
Monarchy
c)
Parliamentary
d)
Federal
30.
Which statement is unique to a presidential democracy?
a)
There is both a national political leader AND a head of state.
b)
The executive, legislative, and judicial branches are separate.
c)
Citizens elect representatives to the legistlative branch.
d)
The legislative branch elects the leader of the government.
31.

Where do most Brazilians choose to live?

a)

in the rainforest

b)

along the Amazon River

c)

along the eastern coastline

d)

in he Amazon River Basin

32.

Why do some Brazilians choose to live in the interior of the country?

a)

There are more natural resources in the interior.

b)

The climate along the coast is too harsh.

c)

The Amazon Rainforest is in the interior.

d)

The climate is milder in the interior.

33.

Cuba has fewer natural resources than countries such as Brazil. How does this affect their trade?

a)

Cuba only exports manufactured products.

b)

Brazil only imports manufactured products.

c)

Cuba needs to import more products than Brazil.

d)

Cuba needs to import fewer products than Brazil.

34.

Why is Cuba in a good location for trade?

a)

Cuba is an island country in the Pacific Ocean so it can easily trade with California and Hawaii.

b)

Cuba is located directly south of the Panama Canal so they can easily send boats on the Panama Canal.

c)

Cuba is located in the center of South America and shares borders with five other countries, which makes trade very easy.

d)

Cuba is an island country with coasts along the Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean Sea so it has access to many countries.

35.

Why is the population density of central and western Brazil much lower than other regions of the country?

a)

because those regions are mainly used for large commerical farming operations

b)

because most of the country’s oil reserves are located along its eastern coast

c)

because temperatures in those areas tend to be much lower than in other areas

d)

because the land in those regions is covered by a dense tropical rain forest

36.

Which country has a higher population density: Cuba or Brazil?

a)

Cuba has a higher population density because more people live in Cuba.

b)

Brazil has a higher population density because more people live in Brazil.

c)

Brazil has a higher population density than Cuba because it is a much larger country.

d)

Cuba has a higher population density than Brazil because it is a much smaller country.

37.

Based on the chart, which of these products is the MOST important to the South American economy?

a)

copper

b)

coffee

c)

iron

d)

wheat

38.

Based on the chart, which of these statements is MOST LIKELY true?

a)

Coffee grows very well in South America’s climate.

b)

South American countries do not need to import food.

c)

South America produces more oil than any other region.

d)

Many South Americans are employed building machinery.

39.

Based on Mexico’s location, why is it MORE LIKELY to trade with the US than with Brazil?

a)

because of Mexico’s close proximity to the United States

b)

because of Mexico’s lack of warm water seaports

c)

because of Mexico’s location near the Panama Canal

d)

because of Mexico’s lack of arable farmland

40.

Despite the unpopular opinion of Castro after he took power, how was Castro able to maintain his position? (choose 2)

a)

He allowed freedom of speech.

b)

He took away freedom of speech.

c)

He allowed freedom of the press.

d)

He took full control of the government.

e)

He began a democratic form of government.

41.

What form of government did Castro set up in Cuba?

a)

Democracy

b)

Communism

c)

Oligarchy

d)

Monarchy

42.

Which two languages are dominant in Latin America?

a)

English and French

b)

Portuguese and English

c)

French and Spanish

d)

Spanish and Portuguese

e)

Spanish and English

43.

Which statement best describes the economic situation of Latin America in your opinion?

a)

Wealth is unevenly distributed among the population.

b)

The middle class is growing in both wealth and power

c)

Exportation of manufactured goods drives foreign trade.

d)

People are able to freely start businesses and earn profits.

44.

Cuba lies where in relation to the United States?

a)

90 miles south (almost directly below Fl)

b)

90 miles to the East of Florida

c)

Off the West coast of California.

d)

200 miles to the East of Georgia.

45.

It is estimated that half of 15-year-olds in Latin America struggle to read and write. Teenagers also struggle with Math and Science. Which of the following would be a good reason for this?

a)

Much of Latin America is struggling economically.

b)

Rain forests in Latin America are being destroyed.

c)

Agriculture is a small part of the Latin American economy.

d)

Latin American governments do not pay for public schools.

46.

Why would Fidel Castro support revolutions in Algeria, Angola, Ghana, Nicaragua, and Yemen?

a)

These countries had opposed the Cuban Revolution.

b)

It would help Cuba in its rivalry against the Soviet Union.

c)

Castro wanted to help communist rebels in other countries.

d)

Each of the revolutionary groups paid Cuba to help them fight.

47.

What is the official language of Brazil?

a)

Latin

b)

French

c)

Spanish

d)

Portuguese

48.

What did Cuba's government change from following the revolution?

a)

a republic to a dictatorship

b)

a dictatorship to a republic

c)

one kind of republic to another

d)

one kind of dictatorship to another

49.

The Cuban revolution ended trade between Cuba and what country?

a)

Spain

b)

England

c)

Soviet Union

d)

United States

50.

Which of the following was NOT influenced by the culture of the African slaves?

a)

music and dance

b)

religious practices

c)

government structures

d)

languages and literature

51.

When a government, economy, or industry radically change, that can be called what?

a)

Communism

b)

Renaissance

c)

reformation

d)

revolution

52.

Who was the leader of the revolution in Cuba?

a)

Fidel Castro

b)

Adolf Hitler

c)

Fulgencio Batsita

d)

Joseph Stalin

53.

When Fidel Castro took power in Cuba, who did he overthrow?

a)

Adolf Hitler

b)

George Washington

c)

Fulgencio Batsita

d)

Vladimir Lenin

54.

Which of the following did Spain NOT do in Latin America?

a)

They introduced new religious practices

b)

They introduced a new language.

c)

They promoted economic equality.

d)

They created a blended culture.

55.

How did Spain influence religious beliefs in the New World?

a)

They spread Judaism

b)

They spread Animism

c)

They spread Catholicism

d)

They spread Protestantism

56.

Portugal had the greatest affect on which Latin American country?

a)

Brazil

b)

Mexico

c)

Cuba

d)

Peru

57.

The official language of Brazil is Portuguese largely due to what document?

a)

Treaty of Trodesillas signed by Spain and Portugal

b)

Treaty of Versailles signed by Allies and Central Powers

c)

Treaty of Normandy signed by Vikings and English

d)

Treaty of Yorktown signed by French and American

58.
I am the largest Caribbean island located 90 miles below Florida
a)
Haiti
b)
Barbados
c)
Cuba
d)
St. Thomas
59.
My mountain chain is divided along the western and eastern sides of Mexico
a)
Sierra Madres
b)
Andes
c)
Pyrenees
d)
Urals
60.
Name this body of water.
a)
Gulf of California
b)
Gulf of Mexico
c)
Caribbean Sea
d)
Bay of Campeche
61.
Which of the following are the sources of the ethnic groups of Latin America?
a)
African, Native American, and European
b)
Native American, European, and Mestizo
c)
European, African, and Mestizo
d)
Mulatto, Mestizo, and European
62.
A person of mixed ancestry consisting of European and Native American is considered _____________.
a)
mulatto
b)
mestizo
c)
criollo
d)
indigenous
63.
Name this body of water.
a)
Gulf of California
b)
Gulf of Mexico
c)
Caribbean Sea
d)
Bay of Campeche
64.
Which country is shown in green on the map?
a)
Venezuela
b)
Panama
c)
Bolivia
d)
Brazil
65.
Which two European nations have had the biggest impact on the language and culture of Latin America?
a)
Portugal and France
b)
Spain and Portugal
c)
France and Spain
d)
England and France
66.
Which of the following regions make up Latin America?
a)
Mexico, South America, Central America, and the Caribbean
b)
Canada, United States, and Mexico
c)
South America
d)
Portugal and Spain
67.
Most, over 90%, of the population of Latin America belong to which of the following religions?
a)
Catholic
b)
Judaism
c)
Islam
d)
Shintoism
68.
This man-made feature is important to trade.  
a)
Amazon River
b)
Panama Canal
c)
Atacama Desert
d)
Caribbean Sea
69.
Which country is shown in red on the map?
a)
Brazil
b)
Cuba
c)
Colombia
d)
Mexico
70.
The emissions that pollute the air in Mexico City come from what two sources?
a)
cattle and donkeys
b)
cars and factories
c)
sugar and soybeans
d)
corn and sugarcane
71.
What physical feature traps the pollutants above Mexico City?
a)
Andes Mountains
b)
Lake MAracaibo
c)
Sierra Madre ountains
d)
Amazon River
72.
Where in Latin America is most oil found that Mexico drills?
a)
 Andes Mountains
b)
Caribbean Sea
c)
 Amazon River
d)
Gulf of Mexico
73.
What are two of Mexico’s important natural resources?
a)
 oil and silver         
b)
schools and skyscrapers
c)
cars and factories
d)
donkeys and crocodiles
74.

Which country has about three-fourths of the trade with Mexico (Mexico’s biggest trading partner)?

a)

Colombia

b)

Chile

c)

United States

d)

Venezuela

75.
Which region of Mexico has the most people?  
a)
Central Plateau
b)
northern deserts 
c)
Sierra Madre Mnts. 
d)
tropical beaches
76.
Why did this embargo to pressure Cuba to change not work?
a)
cuba doesn't care about money
b)
Cuba didn't want to sell sugar to us anyway
c)
Cuba found another trading partner
d)
U.S. bought sugar from a different country
77.

Where most of the worlds medicinal plants grow?

a)

At Atacama Desert

b)

At Sierra Madre Mountains

c)

At Amazon Rain forest

d)

At Andes Mountains

78.
Which solution to Mexico’s air pollution problem would be most challenging (difficult) for businesses?
a)
Closing factories one day a week
b)
Using fuels that produce less pollution
c)
Having employees ride trains or buses to work
d)
Asking citizens to leave their cars at home one day a week
79.
Which statement about political parties is true about Cuba?
a)
There are many political parties 
b)
There is only one legal political party
c)
The leader of the party cannot be president
d)
Those running for office may not be in the Communist Party
80.
Citizens of which country are considered to have the LEAST freedom?
a)
Brazil
b)
Cuba
c)
Mexico
d)
United States
81.
True or False. Most Latin American countries have a presidential democracy.
a)
True
b)
False
c)
LAtin American countries do not have government systems
d)
none of these
82.
Which term describes how government power is distributed in Brazil?
a)
confederation
b)
unitary
c)
federal
d)
none of these
83.
Which term describes how government power is distributed in Mexico?
a)
confederation
b)
federal
c)
unitary
d)
none of these
84.
Which term describes how government power is distributed in Cuba?
a)
unitary
b)
federal
c)
confederation
d)
none of these
85.
True or False.  It is mandatory (required) for citizens in Brazil age 18 and over to vote.
a)
True
b)
False
c)
elections are not held in Brazil
d)
none of these
86.
Most Latin American countries have __________________democracies like the United States.
a)
parliamentary
b)
presidential
c)
none of these
87.
 A president is elected by the citizens but a prime minister is elected by the __________________
a)
citizens
b)
elderly
c)
legislature (parliament)
d)
House of Representatives
88.
Which situation might keep an embargo against a country from being successful?
a)
the country does not need to trade with other countries
b)
people in the other country suffer because trading has stopped
c)
people in the other country don’t care if trading stops
d)
the country is able to find other trading partners
89.
Country at the northernmost part of the Latin America regions.
a)
Brazil
b)
Colombia
c)
Cuba
d)
Mexico
90.
Northernmost country in South America that connects to North America
a)
Venezuela
b)
Cuba
c)
Colombia
d)
Mexico
91.
The warm climates of both Mexico and Venezuela are most helpful to which of its industries?  
a)
Fishing 
b)
healthcare
c)
 oil
d)
tourism
92.
Which of the following would be most helpful to improving a country’s standard of living? 
a)
decreasing the literacy rate
b)
increasing the literacy rate
c)
reducing the number of factories   
d)
creating more low-paying jobs on farms
93.
What type of government exists in Mexico?
a)
unitary autocracy
b)
confederate oligarchy
c)
federal democracy
d)
federal autocracy
94.
What type of government exists in Cuba?
a)
unitary autocracy
b)
federal democracy
c)
unitary democracy
d)
confederate oligarchy

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