Caribbean South America
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Which countries are included in the region known as Caribbean South America?

  • Peru, Bolivia, Chile
  • Ecuador, Paraguay, Uruguay
  • Colombia, Venezuela, Guyana, French Guiana (correct)
  • Brazil, Argentina, Colombia
  • What geographical feature separates the more modernized areas of Colombia from its Caribbean coast?

  • Andes Mountains (correct)
  • Atacama Desert
  • Patagonian Steppe
  • Amazon Rainforest
  • Why are Colombia and Venezuela considered part of Caribbean South America?

  • Because they were colonized by France
  • Due to their proximity to the Caribbean islands
  • Due to their location in the southern part of South America
  • Because they share a coastline with the Caribbean Sea (correct)
  • What event led to Colombians throwing off Spanish rule in the early 19th century?

    <p>Heavy taxation and subservience</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which country in Caribbean South America is still considered developing?

    <p>Guyana</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of music can you expect to hear when walking down a street in Guyana?

    <p>Steel drum music</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which country in Caribbean South America was colonized by Spain in the 1500s?

    <p>Colombia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What historical influence do Colombia and Venezuela share?

    <p>Spanish colonization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which event led to the end of violent days associated with the drug trade in Colombia?

    <p>Pablo Escobar's death in a shootout</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What religion is predominantly practiced in both Colombia and Venezuela?

    <p>Catholicism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which country borders the Caribbean Sea like Colombia and Venezuela?

    <p>French Guiana</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which country heavily struggled with socio-economic conditions after moving towards democracy?

    <p>Guyana</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which European country successfully colonized French Guiana?

    <p>France</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which country has experienced political and economic uncertainty under Nicolás Maduro's leadership?

    <p>Venezuela</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which country did the Dutch primarily colonize before England took power in the 19th century?

    <p>Guyana</p> Signup and view all the answers

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