The Pirates of the Caribbean

Aidan B

2/14/17

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Reading Check on 214 - What formed the islands of the West Indies?

An underwater chain of mountains formed by volcanoes. The islands were pushed up from the immense pressure under the crust of the earth.

Reading Check on 215 - What is the major industry in the West Indies?

The major industry in the West Indies is tourism.

Reading Check on 217 - Where was the first permanent European settlement in the West Indies?

It is the now-called city of Santo Domingo, capital of the Dominican Republic.

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

The Greater Antilles, the Lesser Antilles, and the Bahamas.

3. History- Name four groups who have influenced the culture of the Caribbean region.

The Dutch, English, Spanish and French. 4. Government- How is Cuba different from every other country in the Western Hemisphere?

Cuba is the only full-blown communist country in the Western Hemisphere.

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