Geography of Central and South Americas

Question 1

Lowlands are more likely to provide transportation for goods because they

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are located by the ocean.

Question 2

Review the map.Which letter on the map identifies the Caribbean Sea?

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D

Question 3

Review the map.Which statement describes the location of the Isthmus of Panama?

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It is east of the Pacific Ocean.

Question 4

How did the physical environment affect the development of cities in Mesoamerica?

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Good farmland led to crop surpluses and trade.

Question 5

Review the map.Which letter on the map identifies the location of the Andes Mountains?

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C

Question 6

How did terrace farming allow Mesoamerican people to grow crops effectively?

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It allowed them to increase the amount of land they could farm.

Question 7

Review the map.Where was the Olmec civilization located in relation to the Mayan civilization?

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to the west

Question 8

Which body of water is located west of Mexico?

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the Pacific Ocean

Question 9

How are highlands different from lowlands?

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Lowlands have a hotter climate.

Question 10

What is the Isthmus of Panama?

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a narrow land bridge in Central America

Geography of Central and South Americas Answers