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- 1. Multiple Choice
What two renewable resources have been the focus of tension in the Amazon River basin
Coal and Silver
Cattle and sheep
Natural gas and oil
Timber and fertile soil
- 2. Multiple Choice
Many people living in Central America have modified the physical environment by —
burning volcanic rock as a source of fuel
building dams to control flooding along rivers
cutting down rainforests to clear land for farming
constructing seawalls to stop the full force of hurricanes
- 3. Multiple Choice
How was most of the labor supplied to sugar plantations in Brazil during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries?
By indentured servants
By the Columbian Exchange
By the trans-Atlantic slave trade
By the indigenous populations
- 4. Multiple Choice
Which cultural trait distinguishes Brazil from most other nations in South America?
Lack of education
Portuguese language
Protestant religious beliefs
Carnival religious celebration
- 5. Multiple Choice
Enslaved Africans that were brought for work in South America were also responsible for the diffusion of many new popular forms of —
architecture
advanced weaponry
dance, foods, and music
sculpture, painting, and art
- 6. Multiple Choice
Which technology led to a diffusion of culture from Europe to Latin America in the late 1400’s and 1500’s?
Railroads
Caravel ships
Printing press
Telegraph lines
- 7. Multiple Choice
Which of the following is one way language patterns in the Caribbean were affected by cultural diffusion?
English eventually displaced other languages in the region.
Spanish became the official language of the Caribbean islands
Languages from West Africa came to dominate in the Caribbean
Several European languages replaced many indigenous languages.
- 8. Multiple Choice
One of the negative effects of the cultural diffusion Latin America experienced during the age of European exploration of the New World included —
an expansion of the slave trade
an increased number of dangerous storms
the introduction of cattle ranching
the destruction of the tropical rainforests
- 9. Multiple Choice
Based on the information in the table, which environmental modification would most likely be common in each of these Latin American countries?
Mining
Ranching
Drilling for oil
Harvesting timber
- 10. Multiple Choice
According to the excerpt, feijoada can be considered a modern example of how Brazilian culture was impacted by —
the colonization of the Portuguese
the creation of newer technologies
the modification of the environment
the introduction of African cooking methods
- 11. Multiple Choice
According to the excerpt, feijoada can be considered an example of a modern cultural practice that has been —
changed over time
influenced by the past
shaped by the environment
inspired by technological advances
- 12. Multiple Choice
Which of the following best explains the cultural pattern shown in the diagram?
African slaves brought new religious traditions to South America.
Spanish colonization of South America spread new religious traditions.
Incan leaders encouraged people in South America to convert to new religions.
Colonial immigrants adopted the beliefs of indigenous people living in South America.
- 13. Multiple Choice
Which of the following conclusions about the level of economic development in South America is best supported by information in the table?
The region is home to countries that have adopted communist systems.
The region is characterized by economic growth and developed economies.
The region experiences high poverty rates and a lack of educational resources.
The region is dependent on imports of food and clothing from other countries
- 14. Multiple Choice
Based on the information in the chart, which country is experiencing the highest level of economic development in comparison to the others?
Brazil
Chile
Ecuador
Peru
- 15. Multiple Choice
Which of the following cultural descriptions best completes the diagram?
Newly-blended culture
Spanish-speaking culture
Highly-segregated culture
Mestizo-dominated culture
- 16. Multiple Choice
The above images of architecture are examples of how Mexico and Canada have been influenced by —
concepts of equality
free enterprise economics
cultural diffusion of religion
ideas of limited government
- 17. Multiple Choice
Which issue inspired Diego Rivera to produce artwork such as this example?
Women’s rights
Political corruption
Historical appreciation
Environmental conditions
- 18. Multiple Choice
Mayan cities have been uncovered in the Yucatan Peninsula near Cancun. Mayan villages still exist today near the mountains of northern Guatemala. What conclusion can you draw about cultural diffusion based on the map?
Mexico and Guatemala have the same government.
The border of Guatemala was a barrier to cultural diffusion.
Mexico and Guatemala are important trading partners of the Maya.
The Mayan culture spread throughout a large section of Central America.
- 19. Multiple Choice
Based on information on the map, which geographic feature marks the division between the Central America region of Latin America and the South America region?
Border of Haiti and Dominica Republic
Peninsula of Mexico
North shore of Cuba I
Isthmus of Panama
- 20. Multiple Choice
Which letter on the map indicates the location of the Isthmus of Panama?
A
B
C
D
- 21. Multiple Choice
Which letter on the map indicates the location of Port-au-Prince?
A
B
C
D
- 22. Multiple Choice
Which of the following letters indicates the correct location of Mexico on the above map?
A
B
C
D
- 23. Multiple Choice
Which region of South America does the Amazon River basin mostly cover?
Bolivia
Brazil
Chile
Peru
- 24. Multiple Choice
What geographic feature helps Peru and Chile to protect their eastern boundary?
Lake Titicaca
Pacific Ocean
Amazon River
Andes Mountains
- 25. Multiple Choice
Which European nation attempted to colonize Haiti and left an ongoing cultural legacy on Haitian society?
Holland
Portugal
France
England
- 26. Multiple Choice
Which of the following is one way cultures of Central America were
influenced by Spanish colonization?
Farming became the primary economic activity in the region.
Christianity and the Spanish language were introduced into the
region.
Mayan cultural practices were adopted by the Spanish settlers in the
region
Women gained greater equality when Spanish laws were applied to
the region
- 27. Multiple Choice
The origins of calypso music in the Caribbean region can be traced to
the contributions of —
Spanish conquistadors that first landed on Hispaniola
Mayans who regularly traveled to the region from Mexico
British colonists that settled in the region in large numbers
Africans who were brought to the region as enslaved people
- 28. Multiple Choice
The Columbian Exchange introduced which economic activity into South
American culture?
Cattle ranching
Terrace farming
Railroad building
Tobacco cultivation
- 29. Multiple Choice
What is one way that the migration of European colonists to South
America changed the character of the region?
Men and women gained greater social equality
Economic practices reverted to traditional methods.
Religion and language patterns changed significantly
Native groups switched from terrace to field farming.
- 30. Multiple Choice
Based on information on the map, which geographic feature marks the division between the Central America region of Latin America and the South America region?
Border of Haiti and Dominica Republic
Peninsula of Mexico
North shore of Cuba
Isthmus of Panama
- 31. Multiple Choice
According to the chart, exports from Latin America are similar to those from Southwest Asia because both regions export —
a range of precious metals
mostly manufactured good
mainly agricultural products
a variety of natural resources
- 32. Multiple Choice
Today most governments in South America are considered limited. Additionally, most countries in South America are considered economically developed. One reason why many South American countries limit the power of government is in order to —
force out colonial powers
provide more voting rights
end the practice of slavery
promote economic freedom
- 33. Multiple Choice
How has migration from Mexico and Central America affected the cultural character of the United States?
Restaurants featuring Mexican food have become more common the United States.
Roman Catholicism has become the largest religious denomination in the United States.
Latino populations have been growing in states located in the northern United States.
English is taught as a second language to students who have come to the United States.
- 34. Multiple Choice
Which of the following best explains why most of Central America’s population lives in rural areas?
Farming is the primary economic activity in the region
Living in cities increases the chances of surviving hurricanes.
Shortages in housing are common in the cities of the region.
Clearing forests has promoted migration away from urban areas.
- 35. Multiple Choice
Landslides that occur in Central America are generally caused by —
drought
earthquakes
monsoons
tsunamis
- 36. Multiple Choice
South America can be considered a culture region because —
most of the governments in the region are republics
a majority of the population practices the same religion
the region is home to many various indigenous culture groups
agriculture is the most common economic activity in the region
- 37. Multiple Choice
Which technological innovation gave Spanish conquistadors an advantage against the indigenous populations of South America?
Ships
Disease
Firearms
Printing press
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