Choose from 500 different sets of notes geography latin american flashcards on quizlet. South america s physical geography, environment and resources, and human geography can be considered separately. Locating physical features of latin america and the caribbean. Eruption disruptionon february 20, 1943, something very strange happened in a cornfield in westcentral mexico. Activityscis latin america in transition, lesson 1, activity 3 pgs. Explain why physical characteristics of place such as landforms, bodies of water, climate, and natural resources act as contributing factors to world settlement patterns. North america can be divided into five physical regions.
The one shown on the slide is the lower level version. Another version is higher level because students have to select a starting point, a direction, and determine the physical features and countries seen in each day. North americas physical geography, environment and resources, and human geography can be considered separately. Prior to european colonization, the incan civilization was a dominant force in south america.
It is home to the worlds largest river the amazon as well as the worlds driest place the atacama desert. To prepare for your test, read each section of chapter 11 and complete all homework to the best of your ability. Physical features of latin america linkedin slideshare. Complete the locationsignificance map activity using your notes and page 190 of your textbooks 2. Look at the map, and put your finger on the united states.
Veblen and others published the physical geography of south america find, read and cite all the research you need on researchgate. It is a great storehouse of minerals, with enormous. The geography of south america is dominated by the andes mountain range and the amazon river second longest river in the world. Boundaries of latin america on the south the southern border of latin america is cape horn, actually the island of hornos. No elementary standards align to latin americas geography. Spanish speaking south american countries have a high literacy rate ii. But when people think of latin america, its often rain forests. The main natural features of the region include the pampa grasslands of the southern cone, the andean mountain range, the amazonian rainforest, the forests and volcanoes of central america and some of the tropical islands of the caribbean. The truth about mobile phone and wireless radiation dr devra davis duration. The major ones controlled by latin american countries are the galapagos islands ecuador and easter island chile. Physical geography of latin america notes mw e32112.
All slides have descriptive pictures, maps, charts, andor graphs which all students to stay visually engaged while taking notes over the geography of latin america. Sample question for g4a latin america is ethnically diverse because of a. Physical geography of latin america lesson 1 landforms. Boundaries of latin america on the west the western boundary of latin america is defined by the pacific ocean. Latin america content map includes all domains latin america studyresource guide latin america s geography teacher notes prerequisites. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. South america can be divided into three physical regions. This standard lays the groundwork for the world geography course. Latin america s physical geography unit 6 notes name. Describe all of the territory that is included in the region mlled latin. Even though the revised gps no longer asks for identifying ethnic groups, such as mestizos and mulattos, this activity helps students to understand the cultural diversity in latin america. Himalayas are the 1st amazon river basincontains the largest tropical rain forest amazon rain forest in the world. For more than 300 years, spain and portugal controlled most of latin america. Latin america and canada latin america and canada geographic understandings ss6g1 the student will locate selected features of latin america and the caribbean.
Southern europe quiz 128 austria, hungary, romania, moldova, slovenia, croatia, bosniaherzegovina, serbiamontenegro, bulgaria, albania, macedonia, greece, cyprus optional retake tuesday 23 3rd period or thursday 6th period if you wish to retake quiz 1 or 2 instead of 3 please. Displaying all worksheets related to physical features of latin america. The western boundary of latin america is defined by the pacific ocean. Latin america summarizing information make a folded table to help you summarize information about the cultural geography of the subregions of latin america. Political map of latin america mexico, central america, caribbean islands and south america notes on latin america physical geography, native groups and columbian exchange compare and contrast the geography, food and homes of latin america to that of new orleans. Across these nations, however, are a variety of physical features, features. Natural landmarks in latin america worlds longest and second highest mountain range, and the worlds highest active volcanoes. The focus of this unit is how the physical and cultural geography shapes the environment, nations, and people of latin america and the caribbean. Vocabulary from latin america notes migration crisis of children from central america know what it is and why its happening film which way home. Reading and writing as you read the chapter, write notes about the population patterns, history and government, and culture of the subregions of latin america. Latin america refers to a large region in the western hemisphere, from mexico through argentina and chile. Identify the geographic factor that has the greatest influence on mexico citys air pollution problem. Latin america and canada ss6g1 the student will locate selected features of latin america and the caribbean.
But when people think of latin america, its often rain forests that come to mind. High mountains run from northern mexico through the heart of central america. Latin america and the caribbean can be divided in three topographic zones. Locating physical features of latin america and the caribbean in order to learn about latin america, it is good to know some of the main features of the land and water. Locate on a world and regional politicalphysical map. Physical features of latin america worksheets lesson. Latin america content map includes all domains latin america studyresource guide latin americas geography teacher notes prerequisites. For this project, you will create a childrens story that features the regions of west and southern africa. Latin america encompasses a vast and very diverse area of the world. Test your geography knowledge latin america countries.
This year we will study the physical features of the earth, its atmosphere, and human activity as it affects and is effected by these two above, including the distribution of population and resources, land use, and industries. Locate on a world and regional political physical map the countries of bolivia, brazil, colombia, cuba, haiti, mexico, panama, and venezuela. Why it matters unique blend of world cultures including native american european african diverse cultures have spread many americans are of latin american descent u. Students will use the tools of geography to view, analyze, and understand the physical and human characteristics of latin america. Nov 17, 2014 physical geography of latin america 1. This group of countries have more in common with each other, in many respects, than they do with canada and the us. Chapter 11 notes latin america, physical geography name. Physical geography of latin america lesson 1 landforms alatin americas subregions latin america has 3 subregions middle america, south america and the caribbean b middle america mexico and central america make up middle america middle america sits on four tectonic plates, which results in frequent earthquakes. Geographys subject matter is the spatial arrangement of the physical and human phenomena that make up the worlds environments and gives character to places, large and small. Notes on latin america physical geography, native groups and columbian exchange compare and contrast the geography, food and homes of latin america to that of new orleans. Notice that there is a large body of water on the west side of mexicothe. South america, the fourthlargest continent, extends from the gulf of darien in the northwest to the archipelago of tierra del fuego in the south. Latin america geography test study guide name date period. Attach this question sheet to your answers when you turn it in.
Central america is an isthmus isthmus a narrow strip of land that has water on both sides and joins 2 larger bodies of water many volcanoes in central america, as a result, their soil is arable fertile and many people farm lands. Culture of latin america graphic organizer differentiation o treaty of tordesillas reading treaty of tordesillas images students can write a summary of the treaty and describe the demarcation line and how it influenced the language and religion of latin america geography of the world. The following is a 63 slide ppt which teaches both the physical and human geography of latin america. Latin america is a big place, but what really defines it. Mexico and central america s western coast are connected. First latin americans lesson is the powerpoint the dances of latin america. No elementary standards align to latin america s geography.
Latin america countries geography quiz just click on the map to answer the questions about the countries in the americas. What is the greatest threat to the amazon region of brazil. The mapping lab instruction is a casestudy approach that help develop students as geographic thinkers. Identify the bodies of water marked in the diagram to the right. Latin america shares elements of historical experience, language and culture. Latin america geography activity, latin america geography brochure foldable, world geography activity, this instruction sheet and grading checklist will walk your student through creating a brochure foldable on the basic geography concepts. Mexico and central americas western coast are connected to the. Introduction to caribbean central america south america ppt notes. Ss6g1 the student will locate selected features of latin america and the caribbean. Physical geography taking notes location dates maya aztec use your chart to take notes about latin america.
The higher peaks of the andes course down south america s western side. Locating countries in latin america there are many countries in latin america. Physiography, geography and climate of latin america lecture 3. Physiography, geography and climate of latin america. Latin america physical and political features summarizer there are two options for the summarizer. Worlds largest rainforest, and is the worlds greatest storehouse of species worlds greatest reserve of potential agricultural land. Geography describes the changing patterns of places in words, maps, numbers and graphics, explains how these patterns come to be, and unravels their meaning. Maya,aztec,and inca civilizations flourished here long ago.
Lets start by looking at latin america in terms of its physical geography, or the actual landforms and physical features that define it. Latin america is a region where cultures have collided and combined. Although spain controlled the philippines and considered it part of. South and north america are sometimes considered a single continent or. The term comes from the fact that the predominant languages of the countries originated with the latin language. In the 1500s, spain and portugal colonized much of south america.
It is broader than the terms ibero america or hispanic america in categorizing the new world. Geographically, south america is generally considered a continent forming the southern portion of the landmass of the americas, south and east of the panamacolombia border by most authorities, or south and east of the panama canal by some. Geographic understandings ss6g1 the student will locate selected features of latin america and the caribbean. Vocabulary from latin america notes migration crisis of children from central. The 8th grade geographers will be heading south of the border for their latin america region unit of study. South america can be divided into three physical region s. If you continue browsing the site, you agree to the use of cookies on this website. Learn notes geography latin american with free interactive flashcards. This will include current events research and sharing, deepening ideas around sustainability, artistic map making, and so much more fun. Lecture 5 physical geography of latin america jan 12. South america s largest rivers begin in the andes, drain the cen. View notes lecture 5 physical geography of latin america jan 12. I can locate selected features of latin america and the caribbean. They forced new laws,new languages,and a new religion onto the regions inhabitants.
South americas physical geography, environment and resource s, and human geography can be considered separately. Geography 3rw3 geography of latin america jan 12th physical geography of latin. Amazon river, amazon rainforest, caribbean sea, gulf of mexico, atlantic ocean, pacific ocean, panama canal, andes mountains, sierra madre mountains, and atacama desert. Having said that, latin america is also a wonderfully diverse group of countries, as well as a growing political and economic force.
Latin america western hemisphere, south of the united states all of western hemisphere except canada and united states o made up of caribbean mostly islands, mexico and central america mostly mountains and plateaus, and south america mostly mountains, plains, and forests, including amazon rain forest the climate of latin america is varies. It consists of twenty sovereign states which cover an area that stretches from the southern border of the united states to the southern tip of south america, including the. Latin american countries claim antarctica as well, but since 1959 claims for this region have been suspended by the antarctic treaty, which now has 25 signers and 14 observers. World geography reading guide chapter 9 physical geography of latin america lw the answers to this reading guide can be found on p39. The geography of south america contains many diverse regions and climates. Unit 6 geography of caribbean and latin america lisa. Locate on a world and regional political physical map. South america andes mountains4,500 miles along west coast of south america they rise at some points to 20,000 feetsame height as twenty 100 story buildings stacked on top of each other 2nd largest mountains. Amazon river, caribbean sea, gulf of mexico, pacific ocean, panama canal, andes mountains, sierra madre mountains, and atacama desert. In terms of physical geography, latin america starts in the tropical region of north america called central america, and covers all of south america. Nov 05, 2015 latin america latin america is a region of the americas that comprises countries where romance languages are predominant. In this lesson, well talk about human and physical geography of latin america and see. North america s physical geography, environment and resources, and human geography can be considered separately. Physical geography of latin america linkedin slideshare.
1351 287 1237 1406 264 1286 137 754 1148 1532 197 133 514 538 87 1141 164 1071 1180 44 342 1319 354 244 758 52 1481 136 1480 1284 1546 373 983 243 1553 1262 1096 461 70 12 1027 907 652 450 1190 336