Chapter 10: Latin America Today: Section 1: Living in Latin America Flashcards
1
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Export
A
Sell to other countries.
2
Q
Campesino
A
Rural farmers and workers.
3
Q
Latifundia
A
Large agricultural estates owned by Wealthy families or corporations.
4
Q
Minifundia
A
Small plots of land intensively farmed by campesinos to feed their families.
5
Q
Cash crop
A
Crops produced in large quantities to be sold or traded.
6
Q
Developing country
A
Countries that are working toward greater manufacturing and technology use.
7
Q
Service Industry
A
Provides services rather than goods.
8
Q
Maquiladora
A
Factories.
9
Q
NAFTA
A
Gradually reduced trade restrictions and increased the flow of goods, and services.
