Brazil Recap

Which country colonized Brazil in the 1500s?

• Spain

• Portugal

• England

• France

When did Brazil gain its independence?

• 1622

• 1822

• 1922

• 1722

What was a major export of Brazil during colonial times?

• Textiles

• Sugar

• Electronics

• Gold

What economic strategy did Brazil pursue in the 1950s?

• Import substitution industrialization

• Tourism development

• Exporting raw materials

• Agricultural expansion

Which industry grew significantly in Brazil as a result of economic diversification?

• Textile

• Steel production

• Agriculture

• Tourism

What was a significant challenge for Brazil in the 1970s?

• Oil crisis

• Civil war

• Political instability

• Drought

What is neo-colonialism?

• Complete independence from foreign influence

• Cultural assimilation by foreign powers

• Direct political rule by foreign powers

• Indirect control of a country's economy by foreign powers

Which regional trade bloc did Brazil join in 1991?

• NAFTA

• ASEAN

• Mercosur

• EU

What was a result of colonialism on Brazil's economy?

• Economic delays

• Rapid industrialization

• Self-sufficiency

• Technological advancement

Which country is NOT mentioned as a trading partner of Brazil?

• India

• China

• Japan

• United States