Argentina Flashcards
Where were the first people from in Argentina?
Spanish explorers came in search of gold and silver in the 1500’s.
What are Argentine cowboys called?
Gauchos herded cattle and horses in the open grasslands
Argentina is an important _________ region
Agriculture
Who did Argentina fight for their independence from?
Spain in the 1800’s
Where are the descendants of Argentina from?
44 million people are from Spanish, Italian, and European settlers
Which religion are most Argentines?
Roman Catholic
What food is an important part of Argentina’s culture?
beef
What is a popular dish in Argentina that includes grilled sausage and steak?
Parrilla
Where do most of the people in Argentina live?
Buenos Aires, the capital, 2nd largest in South America
What is the name of the most developed region called?
Pampas is an agricultural region that produces beef, wheat, corn, and export them to other countries
What has affected the economy in Argentina?
Government policies
What is an organization that promotes trade and economic cooperation among the southern and eastern countries of South America?
Mercosur
What do the countries apart of Mercosur want?
A global free trade
What is a fee on goods brought into the country called?
Tariff
What is a law that cuts off trade with a specific country called?
embargo
