How many countries are in South America?
12
What is the fourth-largest continent in the world?
South America
What major rainforest is found in South America?
The Amazon Rainforest
Which country is home to the Atacama Desert?
Chile
What is the largest country in South America by area?
Brazil
How long is the Andes mountain range?
4,500 miles
How many countries do the Andes pass through?
7
What are the Andes often called because of their shape and location?
The "backbone of South America"
Name the tallest mountain in the Andes.
Mount Aconcagua
What are the three sections of the Andes?
The Northern Andes, Central Andes, and Southern Andes
What is the lowest elevation zone called?
Tierra caliente (Hot Country)
What is the highest elevation zone called?
Tierra helada (Frost Country)
How much does the temperature drop for every 1,000 feet of elevation?
3.5°F
In which elevation zone is coffee commonly grown?
Tierra templada (Cool Country)
Which two elevation zones are too cold for most crops?
Tierra fría and tierra helada
What makes the air warmer and denser at lower elevations?
Gravity
