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What term is used to describe Central America's geography as a land bridge connecting North America to South America?
What term is used to describe Central America's geography as a land bridge connecting North America to South America?
- Archipelago
- Isthmus (correct)
- Atoll
- Peninsula
Which term is used to refer to countries in Central America that heavily rely on a single crop and are influenced by foreign money?
Which term is used to refer to countries in Central America that heavily rely on a single crop and are influenced by foreign money?
- Island Nations
- Landlocked Countries
- Banana Republics (correct)
- Tropical Paradises
Which South American country has become a global leader in coffee exports due to its soil and climate?
Which South American country has become a global leader in coffee exports due to its soil and climate?
- Argentina
- Peru
- Colombia
- Brazil (correct)
In Central America, what major challenge has hindered the region from fully capitalizing on its natural resources?
In Central America, what major challenge has hindered the region from fully capitalizing on its natural resources?
Which key factor influences the movement and development of countries in South America, like Peru and Chile?
Which key factor influences the movement and development of countries in South America, like Peru and Chile?
What resource does Central America heavily depend on for its survival, with many countries relying almost entirely on its production?
What resource does Central America heavily depend on for its survival, with many countries relying almost entirely on its production?
South America is known for exporting a variety of minerals. Which of the following minerals is commonly exported by South American countries to places like China and the United States?
South America is known for exporting a variety of minerals. Which of the following minerals is commonly exported by South American countries to places like China and the United States?
Brazil has successfully attracted industry from around the globe due to its abundant natural resources. Which natural resource has Brazil heavily capitalized on, leading to its industrial growth?
Brazil has successfully attracted industry from around the globe due to its abundant natural resources. Which natural resource has Brazil heavily capitalized on, leading to its industrial growth?
What is a major theme in geography besides maps and locations?
What is a major theme in geography besides maps and locations?
How does movement relate to the study of geography?
How does movement relate to the study of geography?
What is one way in which the tropical climate of the Caribbean impacts movement?
What is one way in which the tropical climate of the Caribbean impacts movement?
How do the natural resources of the Caribbean compare to oil, gold, and silver?
How do the natural resources of the Caribbean compare to oil, gold, and silver?
Why is it mentioned that there are over 7,000 islands in the Caribbean?
Why is it mentioned that there are over 7,000 islands in the Caribbean?
In what way do resources of a region like the Caribbean influence global movement?
In what way do resources of a region like the Caribbean influence global movement?
How does studying the movement driven by resources in regions like Central America benefit our understanding of geography?
How does studying the movement driven by resources in regions like Central America benefit our understanding of geography?
