Exploring Central America: Geography and Culture

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Which of the following is a major body of water located to the east of Central America? Pacific Ocean, Caribbean Sea, Lake Nicaragua, Atlantic Ocean

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Caribbean Sea

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What is the name of the mountain range located in Central America?

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Sierra Madre de Chiapas

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Which city is the capital of Panama?

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Panama City

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In which century did the Spanish begin colonizing Central America?

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16th century

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Which country in Central America was colonized by the British in the 1630s?

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Belize

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What was a significant consequence of Spanish colonization in Central America?

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Elimination of large numbers of Native Americans

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Which of the following countries was NOT part of the United Provinces of Central America? Guatemala, Panama, El Salvador, Costa Rica

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Panama

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What is the primary purpose of the Panama Canal?

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To reduce the distance, cost, and time for ships traveling between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans

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Which type of government is found in Belize?

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Constitutional monarchy

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What is a major economic activity in Central America?

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Tourism