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Exploring Latin America!

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  • What ocean is to the west of South America?
    Pacific Ocean
  • Why do most people in Mexico live in the central plateau region?
    Mild climate, fertile soil, water access
  • How did European colonization impact native populations in Latin America?
    Disease, forced labor, loss of land
  • How does deforestation in the Amazon impact the environment?
    Loss of biodiversity, climate change
  • Name one major mountain range in Latin America.
    Andes Mountains
  • What type of climate is found in the Amazon Rainforest?
    Tropical Rainforest Climate
  • Which Latin American country is a major oil producer?
    Venezuela
  • What was the Columbian Exchange?
    exchange of goods, animals, and diseases between the Old and New World
  • Which Latin American country is famous for its rainforests?
    Brazil
  • Name two Spanish-speaking countries in Latin America?
    Mexico, Argentina
  • Name one lasting effect of European colonization in Latin America today?
    Language, religion, cultural traditions
  • What is the largest river in Latin America?
    Amazon River