1. Formative Assessment #2 Review
Latin America

2. The Columbian Exchange occurred among Africa, Latin America, North America and Europe. What is a lasting effect on Latin America from this exchange? A Europe colonized the area. B Slavery continued on plantations. C New products came from Africa that continue to be used today. D African cultural influence is evident today.

3. Which of the following is a significant environmental challenge to developing nations in South America? F toxic emissions G sedimentation H deforestation J droughts

4. The use of terrace farming by the Incas is an example of which of the following? A modifying the environment B destruction of the environment C irrigating dry areas using the drip technique D use of advanced technology equipment

5. -I can be found between 5 degrees north and 5 degrees south of the equator. -Sailors originally noticed the stillness of the rising air which was not blowing in any direction. -Officially, I am known as the Intertropical Convergence Zone The list above describes which of the following? F doldrums G polar winds H westerlies J tropical storms

6. A group of people has __________ cultural perceptions when they believe that their cultural values are more important than others. This is usually because they view cultural characteristics through a specific __________. Which of the following best completes the excerpt above? A ethnorelative, stereotype B stereotypical, ethnic view C dominant, perception D ethnocentric, cultural lens

7. Match the type of region with its correct description. Regions 1
Match the type of region with its correct description. Regions 1. Formal Region 2. Functional Region 3. Perceptual Region Descriptions a. A central area connected to others by transportation, communication, or economic activity. b. A subjective image created by people's thoughts and feelings about an area. c. An area that shares common human or physical characteristics.
F 1a, 2b, 3c
G 1b, 2c, 3a
H 1a, 2c, 3b
J 1c, 2a, 3b

8. If you were dividing an outline map into four political regions of Latin America, what would be the most appropriate political units? A Mexico, Central America, South America west of the Andes, South America east of the Andes B Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean Islands and South America C Dutch, Spanish, Portuguese, and French colonial areas D North America, Central America, South America, Brazil

9. map
Using the map above, what physical feature is a natural border between Argentina and Chile? A mountains B deserts C rivers D plains Looking at the map, where are Argentina's largest cities mostly located? F along the Atlantic coast G in the southern half of the country H in the northern part of the country J along the western border

10. Which of the following is a correct inference
that can be made from the map "2010 Haiti
Earthquake"?
A PortdePaix was in the area with the most
severe tremors, its location allowed for
aid by sea.
B PortauPrince was in the area with the
most severe tremors, and its location
allowed for aid to come by ship.
C The earthquake was likely a result of
movement in the North American plate,
which also devastated areas of the
Dominican Republic.
D The outer areas of the island benefited the
most from helicopter support, which
traversed the country from north to
south.
Haiti map

11. Mesoamerica is a cultural region that extends from central Mexico to Belize, Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica. What cultural factors do these areas have in common contributing to the identification of this area as a cultural region? F a general area where a number of pre Columbian societies flourished G remnants of Spanish colonization in the 16th and 17th centuries H common language J all of these
All of the following are ways that humans have modified the environment of Latin America EXCEPT
A building of the Panama Railroad.
B burning of the rainforest for farmland.
C building winding roads through the Andes.
D studying the environment through
expeditions.

12. The excerpt above is an example of which of
the following?
F How to use patriotism to overthrow the government.
G The belief that Honduras is a great country.
H How changes can be made in government if people join together.
J The attempt to influence public policy with nationalistic ideas.
Which of the following is a way peasants and the wealthy alike have preserved and documented culture and history in Latin America?
A Building modern transportation routes throughout South America to share their cultural heritage.
B Joining NAFTA and opening trade routes with North America to enable people in the United States to see their culture.
C Creating paintings and murals on
buildings about everything from Mayan heritage to Communist sympathies in Chile.
D Practicing the Catholic religion brought to the area through Spanish colonialism.
The following is a citizen response to the policies of the new President of Honduras. The Hondurans are proud to be and with legitimate reason. I think at this critical hour of our history, it is necessary, indispensable, that each of us reflect on our responsibility toward Honduras. Mine, not ours, but the responsibility and obligation that I, personally, I have to the country. For this land God has given me or allowed me to take, and which is mine. Honduras mine, me and you and every one of my fellow citizens: it is an inescapable consequence of nationality. Therefore, I, you and each of us that Hondurans constitute collective, are responsible for the care of Honduras and its integrity. Responsible for continuous improvement. Responsible for their progress and development. My obligation to Honduras is the same that I can have for my mother, my wife, for my children. If I put myself and you, this wonderful country will move forward renewed and thriving. Because it is full, full of opportunities. I can!, You can!, We can! We! It only takes one act of will and show my love for this Honduras mine with deeds and not words. Federico Alvarez, Blog(Modified), Camino Democrático

13. Country
Per Capita GNP (US Dollars)
Infant Mortality Rate (per 1000)
% of Urban Population
Life Expectancy 1
150
175 14 45 2
300
160 25 50 3
14,000 13 78 75 4
10,000 21 65 71 5
700
155 35 49 6
13,000 10 86 76 7
1,110 67
What can you correctly infer about Country 7? A It is developing at a faster rate than Country 2. B It is developing at a faster rate than Country 3. C It is developing more slowly than Country 2. D It is developing more slowly than Country 1.

14. Venezuela's new energy policy implemented by President Chávez in 2005 includes six major projects :
Magna Reserve
Orinoco Project
DeltaCaribbean
Project
Refining Project
Infrastructure Project
Integration Project
In 2007, the socialist Chávez government announced the nationalization of the oil industry. The foreign oil companies were forced to sign agreements giving majority control of hydrocarbon projects to PdVSA. Projects owned by companies like ConocoPhillips and ExxonMobil, who failed to sign these agreements, were taken over by PdVSA. Chávez has often threatened to cut off oil supplies to countries that disagree with his policies.
Venezuela's oil production has fallen by a quarter since President Chávez took office and falling oil prices have affected the government budget severely. However, since 2009, oil prices have surged, and more nations around the world are turning to Venezuela's large oil reserves to boost tight energy supplies, even though, Venezuela threatens to reduce oil production at a time of its highest prices.(30)

15. Use the previous slide to answer the questions.
Explain the point of view of two Central Americans who have a different opinion about whether it is a good idea for their county to join NAFTA.
Discussion of the benefits to the county of reduced tarriffs and more trade, and employment opportunities in some sectors. The answer should also include a discussion of possible negative effects such as the problems associated with the large migration of rural workers to cities looking for jobs and the growing use of cheap labor by foreign investors.

16. Define the weather phenomenon known as El Niño and discuss how El Niño impacts humans in a selected area of Latin America.
El Niño is a weather pattern that occurs when the normally cool water near the South American coast warms. This change in water temperature affects weather around the world. The Pacific Coast experiences heavy rain and thunderstorms. As the warm air from these storms moves east, it changes the jet stream and, therefore, affects weather patterns. It is very difficult to predict the timing of El Niño and its specific results. These things can influence the growth of crops, flooding, landslides, etc.