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What is the largest country in South America?

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Brazil

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Which ancient civilization is known for building Machu Picchu?

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The Inca Civilization

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True or False: The Amazon River is the longest river in South America.

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False

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What year did Brazil declare independence from Portugal?

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1822

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Fill in the blank: The _____ Empire was one of the largest empires in pre-Columbian America.

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Inca

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Which country is known for the tango dance?

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Argentina

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What European country colonized the majority of South America?

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Spain

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Name the indigenous people known for their advanced agricultural practices in the Andes.

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The Quechua

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What was the primary language of the Inca Empire?

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Quechua

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Which South American country was the first to elect a female president?

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Chile

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True or False: Bolivia has two capitals.

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True

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What was the main economic activity of the Spanish colonies in South America?

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Mining, particularly gold and silver

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In what year did the Spanish conquistador Francisco Pizarro conquer the Inca Empire?

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1532

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Which South American country is known for its coffee production?

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Colombia

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Fill in the blank: The _____ River flows through the Amazon rainforest.

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Amazon

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16
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What is the capital city of Argentina?

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Buenos Aires

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Who was the leader of the Cuban Revolution that influenced leftist movements in South America?

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Fidel Castro

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Which treaty divided South America between Spain and Portugal?

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Treaty of Tordesillas

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True or False: The Andes Mountains are the longest mountain range in the world.

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True

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20
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What is the predominant religion in South America?

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Roman Catholicism

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21
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Name the South American country known for its vast salt flats.

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Bolivia

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22
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What year was the independence of Peru declared?

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1821

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Fill in the blank: The _____ is the largest rainforest in the world.

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Amazon Rainforest

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24
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Which South American country is landlocked?

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Paraguay

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What event in 1492 marked the beginning of European exploration in the Americas?
Columbus's voyage
26
True or False: The Falkland Islands are a territory of Argentina.
True
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What was the main cause of the War of the Pacific (1879-1884)?
Territorial disputes over mineral-rich areas.
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Name the famous revolutionary leader known for his role in South American independence.
Simón Bolívar
29
What is the official language of Brazil?
Portuguese
30
Fill in the blank: The _____ is the highest peak in the Andes.
Aconcagua
31
Which country was the last in South America to abolish slavery?
Brazil
32
True or False: The Amazon River basin is home to more than 10% of the world's known species.
True
33
What is the primary economic activity in the Pampas region of Argentina?
Agriculture, particularly cattle ranching
34
What year did Chile experience a major earthquake that caused significant damage?
2010
35
Which South American country is famous for its Easter Island?
Chile
36
What was the primary crop cultivated by the Inca?
Potatoes
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Fill in the blank: The _____ was a major trade route used by the Incas.
Inca Road
38
Name the river that forms part of the border between Argentina and Paraguay.
Paraná River
39
True or False: Venezuela is known for its oil reserves.
True
40
What was the significance of the Treaty of Guayaquil?
It recognized the independence of Ecuador.
41
Which indigenous group is known for their unique textiles and weaving techniques?
The Aymara
42
Fill in the blank: The _____ War was fought between Chile and Bolivia over territory.
Pacific
43
What is the capital of Peru?
Lima
44
Which South American country has a coastline on both the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans?
Colombia
45
What event led to the establishment of the United Provinces of the Rio de la Plata?
The May Revolution of 1810
46
Who was the first president of independent Brazil?
Dom Pedro I
47
Fill in the blank: The _____ are a group of islands located off the coast of Ecuador.
Galápagos Islands
48
True or False: The Pampas region is primarily urban.
False
49
What was the main outcome of the Spanish-American War for South America?
It established U.S. influence in the region.
50
What is the primary language spoken in Paraguay?
Spanish and Guaraní
51
Which mountain range runs along the western edge of South America?
The Andes
52
Fill in the blank: The _____ Revolution was a series of uprisings against colonial rule in South America.
Independence
53
What is the significance of the Amazon rainforest to the global ecosystem?
It produces significant oxygen and houses diverse species.
54
True or False: The Inca Empire was known for its written language.
False
55
What was the primary reason for European colonization of South America?
To exploit natural resources and establish trade.
56
Name the indigenous group primarily found in Brazil.
The Guarani
57
What is the capital of Bolivia?
Sucre (constitutional), La Paz (seat of government)
58
Fill in the blank: The _____ is a major cultural event celebrated in Brazil.
Carnival
59
What major economic organization was founded in South America in 1960?
OPEC (Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries)
60
True or False: The Andes Mountains are home to numerous active volcanoes.
True
61
What was the main purpose of the Inca road system?
To facilitate trade and communication across the empire.
62
Which country was the first to adopt a democratic constitution in South America?
Colombia
63
Fill in the blank: The _____ is a traditional dish from Peru made of raw fish.
Ceviche
64
What is the significance of the Amazon River for transportation in South America?
It serves as a major waterway for trade and travel.
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Which South American country is known for its biodiversity and eco-tourism?
Ecuador
66
What year did Argentina become independent?
1816
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True or False: The Andes Mountains are primarily composed of granite.
False
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What was the main agricultural product of the Inca Empire?
Maize (corn)
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Fill in the blank: The _____ is a famous archaeological site and a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Peru.
Machu Picchu
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What is the primary climate type found in the Amazon rainforest?
Tropical rainforest climate
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Which country has the highest population in South America?
Brazil
72
What significant event occurred in 1973 in Chile?
The military coup led by Augusto Pinochet
73
Fill in the blank: The _____ is the traditional music and dance of the Andes region.
Folklore
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What is the major export product of Chile?
Copper
75
True or False: The Guiana Highlands are located in Brazil.
True
76
What was the primary reason for the establishment of the Inca Empire?
To unify various tribes under a central government
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Fill in the blank: The _____ is a major river that flows through Venezuela.
Orinoco
78
What was the impact of the Spanish colonization on indigenous populations?
Significant population decline due to disease and conflict.
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What is the significance of the Pampas region in Argentina?
It is a major agricultural and cattle ranching area.
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True or False: The Amazon rainforest is shrinking due to deforestation.
True
81
What is the traditional drink made from yerba mate?
Mate
82
Fill in the blank: The _____ is a famous festival celebrated in Rio de Janeiro.
Carnival
83
What is the significance of the Andes Mountains for South America?
They provide a natural barrier and influence climate.
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Which country is known for its rich indigenous cultures and languages?
Peru
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What was the outcome of the Gran Colombia experiment?
It eventually dissolved into separate nations.

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