Chapter 9 South America

Why do the Andes have a cold climate even though they are located close to the equator?

In addition to physical geog., what else is a factor in defining countries' political borders

Which of the following is causing the most harm to biodiversity in South America?

Which country in South America is the worst off financially because it is landlocked?

Mountain ranges that run parallel to each other are

Which of the groups listed below was NOT one of the first indigenous groups of South America

The majority of Argentines are descended from

Where do most indigenous cultural groups live in South America today?

Most people in South America make a living in

The second largest mountain plateau in world runs through Peru and Bolivia is called

Why are some countries reluctant to establish environmental restrictions?

What is the primary economic use of South America's rivers?

Christ the Redeemer is a world famous statue and wonder of the world found in what city in S.A.

Why is Argentina a global role model for its efforts to combat pollution

How does the price of gold affect the environment in Peru?

Much of South America is divided into massive farms controlled by a family or person... called?

Which of the following is the predominant climate in eastern South America?

How can farmers slow the process of soil erosion from wind and water?

Upon what were the Moche, Mapuche, and Aymara societies based?

Grassy, treeless plains of the southern part of South America is called

The Atlantic Forest in Brazil now covers what percentage of its original land area?

Why does most of Brazil's population live along the coast?

Which South American religions combines West African religions with Roman Catholicism?

What did the Inca use to account for financial and historical records?

Which of the following has had the greatest impact on South America's physical geography?

Why are favelas a problem for cities dealing with urban population?

What is the primary cause of desertification?

What is the effect of monoculture?

Why do migrants in South America move to cities?

Which of the 2 European groups below were the 2 countries to arrive and colonize S.A.? (2)

What of the feats mentioned below are not customary of the Ancient Inca?

Who established the first highly developed civilization in South America?

What area of Venezuela and Columbia provide grazing for cattle

What year did American archaeologist discover the ancient city of Machu Picchu?

Thick, weathered soil in the tropics that is depleted of nutrients is called

What is brain drain?

A condition in which some countries do not benefit as much from social and economic advancement

What causes the Pacific coast of Peru and Chile to have an arid climate?

Why are settlers attracted to the Andean Highlands?

The week long celebration festival that takes place the week before lent in South America is