Ecuador's Natural Regions Quiz

What are the three natural regions into which the Andes mountains divide Ecuador?

• Amazon, Coastal, and Urban

• Coastal, Inter-Andean, and Amazon

• Inter-Andean, Insular, and Urban

• Galápagos, Amazon, and Pacific

Which factors affect Ecuador's tropical climate?

• Desert winds and glaciers

• Andes mountains, Humboldt current, and El Niño current

• Rivers and lakes

• Altitude and hurricanes

Where is the Coastal Region located?

• Between the Amazon and the Andes mountains

• Between the Andes mountains and the Pacific Ocean

• In the center of the country

• On the border with Colombia

Which crops are grown in the Coastal Region?

• Quinoa, barley, and corn

• Bananas, cocoa, and rice

• Potatoes, beans, and flowers

• Tomatoes, carrots, and grapes

Which of the following animals live in the mangroves or sea of the Coastal Region?

• Condors and llamas

• Jaguars and ocelots

• Whales, shrimp, and crabs

• Frogs, snakes, and sloths

Why does the Inter-Andean Region have different climates?

• Because of the ocean currents

• Because of its location near the Amazon

• Because of the differences in elevation

• Because of volcanoes

Which products come from the Inter-Andean Region?

• Fish and shellfish

• Bananas and shrimp

• Flowers, cheese, and potatoes

• Rice and sugar cane

Why is the Amazon Rainforest called the "planet's lungs"?

• Because it is always raining

• Because it produces oxygen with its plants

• Because it is the smallest forest

• Because it is located in Ecuador

What is causing deforestation in the Amazon Region?

• Earthquakes and volcanoes

• Hurricanes and tsunamis

• Human activities like cutting trees and farming

• Animal overpopulation

Which statement about the Galápagos Islands is true?

• They have no volcanoes

• All islands are populated

• They are a World Natural Heritage Site

• Only penguins live there