South American Culture

The continent of South America is very _____ _____ with people living in the region that have different backgrounds.

• Urban

• Rural

• Culturally Diverse

Native Americans lived in South America before the 16th century.

• True

• False

There are ____ different indigenous languages spoken in South America

• 4

• 40

• 400

• 4000

After the Europeans colonized South America, European settlers moved in, and as a result, Spanish is the main language of the region.

• True

• False

The THREE cultural heritages that have influenced the cultures of South America are _____, _____, and ________ (due primarily to slavery).

• European

• Russian

• African

• Native American

• Chinese

Which of the following is an example of indigenous culture in contemporary Latin American societies?

• Catholic religion

• Spanish language

• Carnival celebrations

• Dia de los Muertos

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What is the name of the festival where Brazilians celebrate the beginning of Lent?

• Diwali

• Carnival

• Thanksgiving

• Easter

What are the three influences that blend to form the culture in Latin America?

• African, Australian, European

• native, African, European

• US, European, Russian

• Language, traditions, and sports

What is the traditional Brazilian dish made with black beans and pork or beef called?

• Tacos

• Feijoada

• Paella

• Sushi

Read this and answer the question:

"PEOPLE & CULTURE

Colombia's people are as varied as its landscape. Most citizens are descended from three ethnic groups: Indians, African people brought to Colombia to work as slaves, and European settlers. This rich cultural mix makes the country's foods, music, dance, and art diverse and unique."

What does Colombia's culture have in common with that of Central America?

• It is diverse. Food and music vary greatly by where you are.

• The food is almost the same as Central American food.

• The music is the same as Central America.

• Colombian art is the same as in Central America.