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WorksheetsLatin America
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
Who were the original inhabitants of Mexico?
Aztecs
Conquistadors
Incas
none of these
Which group of people had a big influence on the people of Peru?
Incas
Aztecs
Greeks
Spaniards
Why are Mexico and South America referred to as Latin America?
Because of the dances they perform
Because it is in the southern hemisphere
Most of the countries speak a language based on Latin
All countries speak Spanish
In Mexico they can simmer foods all day without overcooking because...
none of these
The air is more humid
The boiling point is lower due to the altitude
It is already hot in Mexico
Which of the following best describes peppers?
Red ones are used dry
All are true
Hung by strings outside of homes to dry
They can burn your skin, you should wear gloves
Which of the following leads experts to believe is the reason for low cancer rates in the Latin American diet?
potatoes as a staple
high use of animal fats
plant based diet
Use of corn in many ways
Why is farming so difficult in Mexico?
Good soil is easy to find.
Machines are easy to find and use
fertilizer is very expensive
The government has started irrigation projects
The Holidays in Mexico center around religious celebrations because most Mexicans are...
Roman Catholic
Christian
Hindu
Pagan
On El Dia de los Muertos, Mexicans...
Eat a special ring shaped cake
Believe the dead return to visit the living
Gather for a special dinner
Celebrate the coming of the three kings
What is the word for supper in Mexico held from 8-10 pm?
Desayuno
Merienda
Cena
Comida
This crop is not wasted; even the outside is used to make tamales
beans
corn
avocados
potatoes
Which of the following is a good example of why Latin America is called the land of extremes?
There are large modern cities and smaller ones
There are mountains and plateaus
There are forests and jungles
There are tropical rain forests and snow capped mountains
What is the major crop (staple) in Mexico?
Sugarcane
Beans
Rice
Corn
What is the most elaborate South American Holiday?
Carnival
Candlemas Day
Cinco de Mayo
Feast of Epiphany
Which part of Mexico uses banana leaves for tamales?
Southern Mexico
Central Mexico
All regions\
Northern Mexico
