Questions and Answers
Which of the following is the world's longest mountain chain?
What is the longest river in South America?
Amazon River
What is the Atacama Desert known for?
Rich in nitrate and copper deposits
What body of water is located south of the United States and east of Mexico?
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What is the Caribbean Sea bounded by?
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Which lake is known as the highest lake in the world on which ships can travel?
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What does the Yucatan Peninsula separate?
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What is Cape Horn?
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What area does the Brazilian Highlands occupy?
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What is the Pampas?
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Where is the Sierra Madre Occidental located?
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What is the Isthmus of Panama?
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What does the Amazon Basin refer to?
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What river forms a border between the US and Mexico?
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What is the Mexican Plateau?
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Study Notes
Mountain Ranges and Features
- Andes Mountains: Longest mountain chain in the world, extending along the western coast of South America.
- Sierra Madre Occidental: Mountain range to the west of Mexico's Plateau, part of the Sierra Madre system.
Major Rivers
- Amazon River: The longest river in South America, running from the Andes to the Atlantic Ocean.
- Rio Grande: Significant river forming the border between the United States and Mexico.
Unique Bodies of Water
- Lake Titicaca: Highest navigable lake globally, located between Bolivia and Peru.
- Caribbean Sea: Surrounded by the West Indies, Central America, and South America; important for trade and tourism.
- Gulf of Mexico: Body of water located south of the United States, east of Mexico, essential for shipping and marine life.
Deserts and Grasslands
- Atacama Desert: Known as one of the driest places on Earth, located in northern Chile, rich in nitrate and copper.
- Pampas: Expansive grasslands region found in Argentina and Uruguay, crucial for agriculture.
Geological Features
- Brazilian Highlands: Covers half of Brazil, primarily on the eastern side, recognized for its fertile farmland.
- Yucatan Peninsula: Large peninsula separating the Caribbean Sea from the Gulf of Mexico, historical center for the Mayan Civilization.
- Isthmus of Panama: Narrow land bridge linking Central and South America, strategic for trade and connectivity.
Coastal and Southern Landmarks
- Cape Horn: Southernmost point of South America, historically significant for maritime navigation.
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Test your knowledge on the major mountain ranges, rivers, bodies of water, deserts, and grasslands of South America. This quiz covers significant geographical features, including the Andes Mountains and Amazon River, highlighting their importance and unique characteristics. Challenge yourself and explore the diverse environments of this continent!
