Geography: Understanding Movement

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What is one major theme in geography that goes beyond just maps and locations?

Study of movement

Why is movement significant in geography?

To explore how places are connected to the world

What does movement in geography encompass?

Why people come to an area or leave it, and what products/resources an area offers

How does the tropical climate of the Caribbean impact movement?

It attracts people due to beautiful beaches and warm temperatures

What natural resources in the Caribbean are mentioned as influencing movement?

Beautiful beaches, warm temperatures, and vegetation

How do the resources of the Caribbean impact global movement?

They influence both regional and global movement

What is one way in which the resources of the Caribbean differ from oil, gold, and silver mentioned in the text?

'The Caribbean's resources are natural scenery and climate-related, while oil, gold, and silver are minerals.'

What is the term used to describe Central America's dependence on one agriculture product for survival?

Single-Crop Reliance

Which natural resources are mentioned as being found in Central America?

Gold, Silver, Petroleum

What has made it difficult for Central America to capitalize on its natural resources?

History of Political Instability

Which country is highlighted as a leader in coffee exportation in South America?

Brazil

What is the nickname given to many Central American countries due to their heavy reliance on one crop?

Banana Republics

Which South American country attracts industry from all over the world due to capitalizing on its natural resources?

Brazil

What term is used to describe countries like Costa Rica that rely heavily on one agriculture product for survival?

Single-Crop Economies

Which South American country is known for being a large exporter of agricultural goods due to its soil and climate?

Argentina

How does the concept of an 'isthmus' apply to Central America geographically?

It's a narrow piece of land connecting two bigger landmasses.

What makes movement in Central America heavily influenced by other countries and regions?

Political instability

Which natural resource mentioned is NOT commonly exported by both Central and South American countries?

Palm oil

Why do many countries in Central America struggle to capitalize on their gold, silver, lead, and coal resources?

Political instability

Which region heavily influences movement in South America through its exports to both the Eastern and Western Hemisphere?

South America itself

What makes some Central American countries known as 'Banana Republics'?

Small size and dependence on one crop influenced by foreign money

Explore the concept of movement in geography and how it encompasses the connections between places, reasons for people coming or leaving an area, and the exchange of products/resources. Dive into the study of movement in depth!

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