2.2 Challenges of Haiti

Check all that apply.

What challenges has Haiti faced as a nation?

• wealth

• increase poverty

• strong economy

• political outbreaks

What is another name that Haiti had when colonized by the French?

(a)  

Haiti is the poorest country in the world.

• True

• False

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Which of the following is/are true of Haiti.

• received money from European countries after its independence

• did not have money

• was the richest Caribbean island in the 1700's

• did not experience slavery

What do geographers use to compare the quality of life in different countries?

(a)  

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HDI combines a measure of the following:

• military defense

• standard of living

• education

• health

Define the meaning of the term standard of living?

(a)  

Name of the capital city of Haiti.

(a)  

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Natural disasters have caused Haiti to:

• force people out of their homes

• damage to seaports

• have corruption

• have violence

Check all that apply.

In what ways have other countries helped Haiti rebuilt?

• donating food and medicine

• donating money

• sent rescue workers

• forgave loans