Q.1
Why does deforestation cause animals to face extinction?
  • loss of natural habitat
  • spread of toxic plants
  • damage from too much sun
  • flood from increased rain
Q.2
What problems do tourist cause?
  • mistreat and insult islanders
  • spend too much money
  • stay for long periods of time
  • pollute and use up resources
Q.3
What is Jamaican jerk?
  • blend of spices
  • style of clothing
  • form of exercise
  • type of dance
Q.4
Before the Panama Canal opened, how did ships sail from the Atlantic to the Pacific?
  • up the Amazon River
  • through the Suez Canal
  • Around South America
  • across the Great Lakes
Q.5
What is the future of the Panama Canal?
  • will close because of pollution
  • will be expanded in a few years
  • will be sold to the United States
  • will remain exactly as it is now
Q.6
Why is Costa Rica's economy stronger than Nicaragua's?
  • Costa Rica is a more peaceful country.
  • Costa Rica is free of foreign debt.
  • Costa Rica has bigger cities.
  • Costa Rica has large-scale farms
Q.7
Why did U.S. troops go to Haiti in 2004?
  • to keep peace among political groups
  • to raise Haiti's standard of living
  • to rescue people from landslides
  • to take over Haiti's government
Q.8
What is the direct cause of malnutrition?
  • global warming
  • irrigation methods
  • lack of education
  • shortage of food
Q.9
Ecotourism helps save the environment. What else does it do?
  • increase number of factories
  • provides jobs for farmers
  • reduces risks of earthquakes
  • creates homes for imported animals
Q.10
How do tourists on cruise ships harm the region?
  • damage the rain forest ecosystem
  • use too much electricity, water, seafood
  • cause a growth in immigration
  • bring disease and poverty to the islands
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