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8th history test 4
chapter 11 central america
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mangrove | trees that dominate tropical coastlines and that are unique because their roots grow in saltwater. many fish and shrimp live in its rootss |
bauxite | the ore from which aluminum is made. Jamaca has major deposits of this ore. |
indigenous | said of a person that is native to an area |
mulattoes | people with both African and European ancestors. |
cacao | a type of tree from which we get cocoa beans which are used to make chocolate |
ecotourism | a type of tourism that focuses on guided travel through through natural areas and on outdoor activities |
commonwealth | a self-governing territory associated with another country. for example, Puertorico is a commonwealth of the United States |
creole | an official language of Hati, it is a mix of european, African and caribbean languages. |
voodoo | a Haitian version of traditional African religious beliefs that are blended with elements of Christianity |