Latin America Review Word Scramble
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Question | Answer |
Who was Brazil colonized by? | The Portuguese, that is why they speak Portuguese and share cultural traits. |
Why is the Terrace Farming used in the Andes Mountains? | This is when people create a stair step pattern into the side of the mountain in order to create more room for agricultural land in Mountainous regions |
What are Maquiladoras | American factories located in Mexico, close to the border with the USA |
Why are Maquiladoras important? | Companies hire Mexican workers are a cheaper, rate, leading to the lower cost of goods. |
What is that Panama Canal? | Panama Canal is a waterway located in Panama. It connects the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. |
Why is the Panama Canal important to the USA? | It makes trade more efficient because it cuts down on time which leads to cheaper exchange of goods, which leads to more US Jobs in port cities. |
Push Factor | Something bad that forces people out of a country |
Pull Factor | Something Good that encourages people to come to a country |
Mexican culture is a blend of which cultural influences? | Spanish and native influences |
What is deforestation of the Amazon Rain Forest? | Cutting down trees to clear land for other things. |
Why is deforestation happening? | Because different groups, such as, loggers, cattle ranchers and farmers desire the nutrient rich soil. |
What are the positives of NAFTA? | Free trade, cheaper products |
What are the negatives of NAFTA? | abuse (exploitation) of workers in Mexico, loss of American Jobs. |
What is the lasting impact of the Colombian Exchange? | The culture of Latin America was forever changed by the influences of European Power. Today in countries like Mexico, we see a combination of European cultures and native culture. |
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