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What is the significance of the name 'Titicaca' in the Aymara language?

It refers to the shape of the lake
It refers to the indigenous people who live near the lake
It refers to the gray color of the Andean cat's fur (correct)
It refers to the high altitude of the lake

What is the key distinguishing feature of Lake Titicaca compared to other large lakes in South America?

It has the largest surface area
It is the highest navigable lake in the world (correct)
It has the largest volume of water
It has the greatest depth

What is the key distinguishing feature of Lake Cocibolca (Lake Nicaragua) compared to other large lakes in Central America?

It has the highest elevation
It is the only freshwater lake in the region
It has the largest surface area (correct)
It is the deepest lake

What is the key distinguishing feature of Lake Maracaibo compared to other large lakes in South America?

It has the largest surface area (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of Lake Texcoco in relation to Aztec culture?

It was the site of the founding of the Aztec capital, Tenochtitlan (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following lakes has the largest surface area?

Lake Maracaibo (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the common feature shared by Lake Titicaca, Lake Cocibolca, and Lake Maracaibo?

They are all ancient lakes with rich cultural histories (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the key difference between Lake Titicaca and Lake Cocibolca (Lake Nicaragua) in terms of their geographical location?

Lake Titicaca is located on the border of Bolivia and Peru, while Lake Cocibolca is located entirely within Nicaragua (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the key difference between Lake Maracaibo and the other lakes mentioned in terms of its water composition?

Lake Maracaibo is a saltwater lake, while the others are freshwater lakes (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following lakes is not mentioned in the text?

Lake Atitlán (C) Signup and view all the answers

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