Mexico: Geography Overview
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Where is Mexico located?

  • In Europe
  • In Central America
  • In South America
  • In North America (correct)
  • Which body of water borders Mexico on the East?

  • Caribbean Sea (correct)
  • Pacific Ocean
  • Gulf of California
  • Atlantic Ocean
  • Which ancient civilization is considered the oldest in Mexico?

  • Olmec
  • Toltec
  • Teotihuacan
  • Mayan (correct)
  • What religion is predominant in Mexico?

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

    What percentage of Mexicans live in urban areas?

    <p>Over 80%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which civilization in Mexico is often considered the 'mother culture' for its influence on later cultures?

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

    Which pre-European civilization in Mexico is known for their advanced calendar system and hieroglyphic writing?

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

    Which Spanish conquistador invaded and overthrew the Aztec Empire in Mexico in the 16th century?

    <p>Hernan Cortes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which event marked Mexican Independence Day and is observed on September 16th?

    <p>Miguel Hidalgo's revolt</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main reason for the revolts in Mexico leading up to independence from Spain?

    <p>Absolutism of kings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What were the main political parties dominant in Mexico after independence until the year 2000?

    <p>Institutional Revolutionary Party (PRI) and National Action Party (PAN)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following regions did Mexico cede to the United States after the war between the two countries?

    <p>California, Utah, Nevada, and parts of New Mexico</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the dominant religion in Mexico as of 2020?

    <p>Roman Catholic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which demographic group makes up the largest percentage of the Mexican population?

    <p>Mestizo (Mixed Indigenous and Spanish)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the official language of Mexico?

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

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