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Considering the historical context of Caribbean nations, which factor most significantly contributed to the prevalence of Christian religious practices in Haiti and the Dominican Republic, as opposed to Santeria in Cuba?
Considering the historical context of Caribbean nations, which factor most significantly contributed to the prevalence of Christian religious practices in Haiti and the Dominican Republic, as opposed to Santeria in Cuba?
- The geographical proximity of Haiti and the Dominican Republic to North America facilitated earlier and more widespread missionary efforts.
- The later abolition of slavery in Cuba allowed Santeria to develop more freely without suppression from colonial authorities.
- The distinct colonial governance approaches of France and Spain fostered different religious adaptations among the enslaved populations. (correct)
- The differing economic structures in Haiti and the Dominican Republic created less social disruption. They facilitated the conversion to Christianity.
Based on the provided information, how does Puerto Rico's political status as a U.S. protectorate most likely impact its economic policies compared to Cuba's communist system?
Based on the provided information, how does Puerto Rico's political status as a U.S. protectorate most likely impact its economic policies compared to Cuba's communist system?
- Puerto Rico's economic policies are entirely independent of U.S. influence, allowing it to pursue socialist strategies that are impossible in Cuba.
- Cuba's economy is more diversified and sustainable because it is shielded from external market pressures, unlike Puerto Rico.
- Cuba's centrally planned economy is more efficient in resource allocation, leading to higher standards of living compared to Puerto Rico.
- Puerto Rico benefits from greater economic stability due to U.S. financial support, unlike Cuba, which faces international trade restrictions. (correct)
Given the shared vulnerability to tropical hurricanes across Haiti, the Dominican Republic, Cuba, and Puerto Rico, what measure would be most effective?
Given the shared vulnerability to tropical hurricanes across Haiti, the Dominican Republic, Cuba, and Puerto Rico, what measure would be most effective?
- Creating a unified military force across the islands to assist with evacuations and maintain order during emergencies.
- Implementing strict building codes and infrastructure improvements that account for hurricane resistance. (correct)
- Investing in the development of advanced weather forecasting technologies to predict hurricane paths accurately.
- Establishing trade agreements with countries outside the hurricane belt to ensure a stable supply of resources post-disaster.
Considering that Haiti, the Dominican Republic, and Cuba share a history of colonization and slavery, which long-term impact most likely contributes to their similar mixed market economies today?
Considering that Haiti, the Dominican Republic, and Cuba share a history of colonization and slavery, which long-term impact most likely contributes to their similar mixed market economies today?
If the governments of Haiti, the Dominican Republic, and Cuba decide to collaborate on a new initiative, which project aligns with their shared challenges and historical contexts?
If the governments of Haiti, the Dominican Republic, and Cuba decide to collaborate on a new initiative, which project aligns with their shared challenges and historical contexts?
Flashcards
Haiti's Government
Haiti's Government
Haiti operates as a Presidential Democracy.
Dominican Republic's Climate
Dominican Republic's Climate
The Dominican Republic experiences Tropical Hurricanes.
Cuba's Economy
Cuba's Economy
Cuba has a Mixed Market economy.
Cuba's Government
Cuba's Government
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Cultural Religion of Cuba
Cultural Religion of Cuba
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Study Notes
Haiti
- Economy: Mixed Market, Tourism
- Government: Presidential Democracy
- Religion: Christian
- History: Colonization (France) and Slavery (many traditions)
- Climate: Tropical Hurricanes
- Physical Features: Volcanic Mountains
Dominican Republic
- Economy: Mixed Market, Tourism
- Government: Presidential Democracy
- Religion: Christian
- History: Colonization (Spanish) and Slavery (many traditions)
- Climate: Tropical Hurricanes
- Physical Features: Volcanic Mountains
Cuba
- Economy: Mixed Market, Tourism, Sugar Cane
- Government: Communist (Raul Castro)
- Religion: Santeria
- History: Colonization (Spanish) and Slavery (many traditions)
- Climate: Tropical Hurricanes
- Physical Features: Volcanic Mountains, Largest island in region
Puerto Rico
- Economy: Mixed Market, Tourism
- Government: U.S. Protectorate
- Religion: Christian
- History: Colonization (Spanish) and Slavery(many traditions)
- Climate: Tropical Hurricanes
- Physical Features: Volcanic Mountains
Other Islands
- Economy: Mixed Market, Tourism
- Government: Parliamentary Democracies
- Religion: Christian
- History: Colonization and Slavery (many traditions)
- Climate: Tropical Hurricanes
- Physical Features: Volcanic Mountains
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Description
Overview of Haiti, Dominican Republic and Cuba. Includes information about economy, government, religion, history, climate and physical features of these countries.
