Chapter 9 - Cultural Geography - Latin America

Chapter/Section

Chapter 9: Cultural Geography of Latin America

Mexico

Central America and the Caribbean

South America


Chapter Essential Questions

How have foreign influences affected the development of Latin America?

How do ancient civilizations impact Latin America today?

Chapter Concept/Skill

Distinguish the differences between governments of Latin America.

Link the resources of each country to its economy.

Compare and contrast the demographics of Latin America.

Explain how foreign countries and ancient civilizations impact Latin America today.

Understand that the people of Latin America represent diverse ethnic groups.

Recognize that Latin American countries were once European colonies.

Explain how Roman Catholicism has influenced Latin American culture.

Academic Language- Basic

indigenous

malnutrition

mural

mosaic

fiesta

brain drain

Academic Language- Complex

Mestizo

urbanization

megacity

primate city

Glyph

chinampas

conquistador

vicerory

caudillo

syncretism

extended family

Compadres

dialect

patrios

matriarchal

quipu