Questions and Answers
What countries are in the Northern Tropics? (Select all that apply)
Describe the Guiana's.
They share a wet tropical climate, have rainforests, and their culture has been heavily influenced by colonization.
Who were the main groups involved in migration in the Guiana's?
Enslaved Africans and Mid 1800's Asian immigrants.
Which of the following describes the economy of the Guiana's? (Select all that apply)
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Describe Venezuela.
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Describe Colombia.
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Study Notes
Northern Tropics Countries
- French Guiana, Suriname, Guyana, Venezuela, and Colombia are located in the Northern Tropics.
Guiana's Characteristics
- French Guiana, Suriname, and Guyana feature a wet tropical climate and vast rainforests.
- Cultural influences are shaped by colonization:
- Guyana: English-speaking, predominantly Protestant.
- French Guiana: French-speaking, primarily Catholic.
- Suriname: Dutch-speaking with a blend of Protestant and Catholic beliefs.
Migration Patterns in the Guiana's
- Historical migration includes enslaved Africans and Asian immigrants arriving in the mid-1800s.
- Demographics include:
- Guyana: 50% Asian, 43% African descent.
- French Guiana: Majority are Mulatto (mixed European and African descent).
- Suriname: 50% Asian, 30% Mulatto, 10% African.
Economic Overview of the Guiana's
- Key economic activities:
- Fishing for shrimp and various fish.
- Agriculture in lowland areas focuses on sugar cane and rice.
- Mining in Guyana and Suriname, particularly bauxite; Guyana ranks among the world's top bauxite exporters.
Venezuela's Profile
- Venezuelan culture is primarily Spanish-speaking and Catholic. The population mainly descends from Mestizo or European heritage.
- Caracas serves as the capital city.
- Ranchitos, informal settlements, are common around urban areas.
- Abundant natural resources include oil, bauxite, and iron.
Colombia's Overview
- Approximately 75% of Colombia's population resides in valleys situated between mountains.
- Bogotá is the capital city.
- Coffee is the primary agricultural product, with significant issues related to drug trafficking, which generates twice the income of coffee exports.
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Description
This quiz focuses on the Northern Tropics of South America, covering countries like French Guiana, Suriname, Guyana, Venezuela, and Colombia. It explores their climates, cultures, and historical influences. Test your knowledge of these tropical regions and their unique characteristics.
