Caribbean Region Map

Glenn S

3/28/2016

Green Group (Green Eggs & Ham)

Homework questions and answers

Main Text (213-219)

The main idea on pages 213-219 is to inform readers about the fantastic islands known as the West Indies.

Reading Check-(on pg214)- What formed the islands of the West Indies?

An underwater volcano in the Caribbean formed the islands of the West Indies

Reading Check -(on pg215) What is the major industry of the West Indies?

Tourism and farming are two important economic activities in the West Indies

(Page 219)

1.Region- What three archipelagos make up the West Indies?

The Bahamas, the Greater Antilles, and the Lesser Antilles.
2.History- Name four groups who have influenced the culture of the Caribbean region.

The Dutch, The French, The English, and the Spaniards all influenced the culture of the Caribbean.
3.How is Cuba different from every other country in the Western Hemisphere?

It is home to the largest city in the West Indies.
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