Chapter 7 vocabulary Flashcards
What is an isthmus?
A narrow strip of land connecting two larger land masses, typically with water on both sides.
Define tierra caliente
A climate zone characterized by hot temperatures, usually found at lower elevations.
What is tierra templada?
A climate zone that is temperate, often found at mid-elevations, where the weather is mild.
Describe tierra fría
A climate zone known for its cold temperatures, usually found at higher elevations.
What is bauxite?
A type of rock that is the primary source of aluminum, formed through the weathering of aluminum-rich rocks.
What does extinct mean?
Describes a species that no longer exists anywhere on Earth.
What is a dormant volcano?
A volcano that is currently inactive but could potentially erupt in the future.
Define staple in terms of food.
A basic food item that is widely consumed and forms the foundation of a diet.
What does surplus mean?
An amount that is more than what is needed; excess.
Who is a conquistador?
A Spanish explorer or conqueror who was involved in the conquest of territories in the Americas during the 16th century.
What is a treaty?
A formal agreement between two or more parties, often countries, that is legally binding.
Define colonialism.
The practice of acquiring full or partial political control over another country, often by settling and exploiting it.
What is a revolution?
A significant change or overthrow of a government or social order, often through force.
What is a plantation?
A large farm or estate where crops are grown, typically using labor from workers.
Define cash crop.
A crop produced for commercial value rather than for use by the grower.
What is a caudillo?
A military or political leader in Spanish-speaking countries, often associated with authoritarian rule.
What is a maquiladora?
A manufacturing plant in Mexico that imports materials and equipment on a duty-free and tariff-free basis for assembly or manufacturing.
What are murals?
Large paintings or artworks applied directly to walls or ceilings, often depicting scenes or themes.
Define dependence.
A state of relying on or being controlled by someone or something else.
What is a free-trade zone?
An area where goods can be landed, handled, manufactured, and re-exported without the intervention of customs authorities.
What is remittance?
Money sent back home, often by workers who are employed in a foreign country.
True or False: Reggae is a music genre that originated in Jamaica.
True
Fill in the blank: Reggae is characterized by a _______ style and often associated with social and political themes.
rhythmic
