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History Of South America Flashcards

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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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4
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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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19
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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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25
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What event in 1492 marked the beginning of European exploration in the Americas?

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Columbus’s voyage

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26
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True or False: The Falkland Islands are a territory of Argentina.

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True

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27
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What was the main cause of the War of the Pacific (1879-1884)?

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Territorial disputes over mineral-rich areas.

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Name the famous revolutionary leader known for his role in South American independence.

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Simón Bolívar

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29
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What is the official language of Brazil?

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Portuguese

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Fill in the blank: The _____ is the highest peak in the Andes.

A

Aconcagua

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31
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Which country was the last in South America to abolish slavery?

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Brazil

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32
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True or False: The Amazon River basin is home to more than 10% of the world’s known species.

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True

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33
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What is the primary economic activity in the Pampas region of Argentina?

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Agriculture, particularly cattle ranching

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34
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What year did Chile experience a major earthquake that caused significant damage?

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2010

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35
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Which South American country is famous for its Easter Island?

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Chile

36
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What was the primary crop cultivated by the Inca?

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Potatoes

37
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Fill in the blank: The _____ was a major trade route used by the Incas.

A

Inca Road

38
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Name the river that forms part of the border between Argentina and Paraguay.

A

Paraná River

39
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True or False: Venezuela is known for its oil reserves.

A

True

40
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What was the significance of the Treaty of Guayaquil?

A

It recognized the independence of Ecuador.

41
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Which indigenous group is known for their unique textiles and weaving techniques?

A

The Aymara

42
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Fill in the blank: The _____ War was fought between Chile and Bolivia over territory.

A

Pacific

43
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What is the capital of Peru?

A

Lima

44
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Which South American country has a coastline on both the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans?

A

Colombia

45
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What event led to the establishment of the United Provinces of the Rio de la Plata?

A

The May Revolution of 1810

46
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Who was the first president of independent Brazil?

A

Dom Pedro I

47
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Fill in the blank: The _____ are a group of islands located off the coast of Ecuador.

A

Galápagos Islands

48
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True or False: The Pampas region is primarily urban.

A

False

49
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What was the main outcome of the Spanish-American War for South America?

A

It established U.S. influence in the region.

50
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What is the primary language spoken in Paraguay?

A

Spanish and Guaraní

51
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Which mountain range runs along the western edge of South America?

A

The Andes

52
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Fill in the blank: The _____ Revolution was a series of uprisings against colonial rule in South America.

A

Independence

53
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What is the significance of the Amazon rainforest to the global ecosystem?

A

It produces significant oxygen and houses diverse species.

54
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True or False: The Inca Empire was known for its written language.

A

False

55
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What was the primary reason for European colonization of South America?

A

To exploit natural resources and establish trade.

56
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Name the indigenous group primarily found in Brazil.

A

The Guarani

57
Q

What is the capital of Bolivia?

A

Sucre (constitutional), La Paz (seat of government)

58
Q

Fill in the blank: The _____ is a major cultural event celebrated in Brazil.

A

Carnival

59
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What major economic organization was founded in South America in 1960?

A

OPEC (Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries)

60
Q

True or False: The Andes Mountains are home to numerous active volcanoes.

A

True

61
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What was the main purpose of the Inca road system?

A

To facilitate trade and communication across the empire.

62
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Which country was the first to adopt a democratic constitution in South America?

A

Colombia

63
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Fill in the blank: The _____ is a traditional dish from Peru made of raw fish.

A

Ceviche

64
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What is the significance of the Amazon River for transportation in South America?

A

It serves as a major waterway for trade and travel.

65
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Which South American country is known for its biodiversity and eco-tourism?

A

Ecuador

66
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What year did Argentina become independent?

A

1816

67
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True or False: The Andes Mountains are primarily composed of granite.

A

False

68
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What was the main agricultural product of the Inca Empire?

A

Maize (corn)

69
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Fill in the blank: The _____ is a famous archaeological site and a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Peru.

A

Machu Picchu

70
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What is the primary climate type found in the Amazon rainforest?

A

Tropical rainforest climate

71
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Which country has the highest population in South America?

A

Brazil

72
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What significant event occurred in 1973 in Chile?

A

The military coup led by Augusto Pinochet

73
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Fill in the blank: The _____ is the traditional music and dance of the Andes region.

A

Folklore

74
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What is the major export product of Chile?

A

Copper

75
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True or False: The Guiana Highlands are located in Brazil.

A

True

76
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What was the primary reason for the establishment of the Inca Empire?

A

To unify various tribes under a central government

77
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Fill in the blank: The _____ is a major river that flows through Venezuela.

A

Orinoco

78
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What was the impact of the Spanish colonization on indigenous populations?

A

Significant population decline due to disease and conflict.

79
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What is the significance of the Pampas region in Argentina?

A

It is a major agricultural and cattle ranching area.

80
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True or False: The Amazon rainforest is shrinking due to deforestation.

A

True

81
Q

What is the traditional drink made from yerba mate?

A

Mate

82
Q

Fill in the blank: The _____ is a famous festival celebrated in Rio de Janeiro.

A

Carnival

83
Q

What is the significance of the Andes Mountains for South America?

A

They provide a natural barrier and influence climate.

84
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Which country is known for its rich indigenous cultures and languages?

A

Peru

85
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What was the outcome of the Gran Colombia experiment?

A

It eventually dissolved into separate nations.

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