Chile Flashcards

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1
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What type of turmoil did Chile have before they had a stable government?

A

A long violent period like Peru

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1970’s the elected President who had ideas influeced by _________

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communism, he was overthrown and died in a military coup.

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What is a sudden overthrow of a government by a small group of people?

A

coup

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Describe Chile’s military government after the coup

A

military government was harsh and often violent, imprisoned or killed thousands of people.

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Describe the economy of Chile

A

strongest in the region, poverty rates have decreased, small businesses and factories are growing

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Where do most of the people of Chile live?

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Central Chile where the capital Santiago is located

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What is the climate and agriculture like in Chile?

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mild climate enables grapes, fruit, and wine exported to the world

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What is Chile’s economy based on?

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Farming, fishing, forestry, and mining (Copper is important)

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