Question 1

Why is Spanish NOT the only language spoken in Latin America?

Accepted Answer

Native American languages have remained more popular in certain countries

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Some areas were dominated by religions that did not use Spanish

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The people in some countries rejected the Spanish language

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Areas were colonized by countries other than Spain

Question 2

Which statement reflects a NEGATIVE impact of having a national religion or national language?

Accepted Answer

It discourages people from keeping their original language

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It discourages people from learning about other cultures

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It discourages people from celebrating birthdays

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It discourages people from keeping their original religion

Question 3

Which languages would be important to learn for someone moving to Canada?

Accepted Answer

English and French

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English and Spanish

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English and Canadian

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English and German

Question 4

Nowadays, the countries of Central and South America mostly have what form of government?

Accepted Answer

Democracy

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Socialist republic

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Monarchy

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Dictatorship

Question 5

Which of the following is the BEST definition of mestizos?

Accepted Answer

People of Native American and European backgrounds

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Dark and mythical beings

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Distinctly European foods

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Traditional Indigenous clothing

Question 6

What is a “salad bowl” in terms of culture?

Accepted Answer

A mix of many cultures living together while keeping their traditions

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A place where salad is served

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A type of government

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A type of economic system

Question 7

Latin America includes which regions?

Accepted Answer

Central America and South America

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Only the Caribbean

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Only South America

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North America and Europe

Question 8

Why do people in the Americas speak many different languages?

Accepted Answer

Colonization by different European countries

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Immigration from around the world

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Presence of Indigenous languages

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National languages were imposed everywhere

Question 9

What skill helps students understand the geography of the Americas?

Accepted Answer

Reading and interpreting maps

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Playing sports

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Writing stories

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Memorizing songs

Question 10