How did the Spanish conquest affect culture in the Americas?
Responses
A The Spanish, American Indian, and African cultures blended over time
B The Spanish destroyed Aztec and Incan cultures so that no trace remained.
C Spanish colonists gave up European culture and adopted American Indian ways.
D The Spanish kept their own culture, but American Indians adopted African culture.
A The Spanish, American Indian, and African cultures blended over time.
Which natural resource & economic industry primarily led Venezuela's economy for many years?
Responses
A oil
B copper
C coal
D timber
A oil
What are the similarities between Portugal and Spain's motivations for exploration of the "New World"?
Responses
A Neither country was interested in finding new trade routes.
B Neither country sought to introduce Christianity to the natives.
C Portuguese explorers, unlike Spaniards, wanted more wealth..
D Both countries were interested in expanding their empires.
D Both countries were interested in expanding their empires.
Why is Brazil's government unique to the region?
Responses
A It is ruled by a military dictator.
B It is modeled after Portugal's government.
C It is most like the government of the United States.
D It is a communist government.
B It is modeled after Portugal's government.
Which is a cultural characteristics of Brazil?
Responses
A It has the largest Catholic population in the world
B Quechua is the official language.
C The majority of its descendants are from Spain.
D The language spoken is the same as in other South American nations.
A It has the largest Catholic population in the world.
Adult Literacy Rates
Brazil - 86.9%
El Salvador - 78.7%
Nicaragua - 66.5%
Uruguay - 97.6%
Ecuador- 91.6%
Based on these figures, which nation would be MOST likely to have the LOWEST standard of living?
Responses
A Uruguay
B Brazil
C Nicaragua
D El Salvador
E Ecuador