The Amazing Carib Map and Questions

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

Some were formed by volcanoes, and others like cuba were formed from the earths curst, also the Bahamas were made from uplifting coral.

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

Tourism is the major industries in the West Indies the major attraction are the tropical beaches.

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

Santo Domingo the capital of the Dominican Republic was the first settlment.

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

The Bahamas, the Greater Antilles which holds the major islands in the Cabanin, and the Lesser Antilles which have the smaller islands, make up the West Indies.

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

The Spaniards, the English, French, and the Dutch influenced the culture of the Caribbean Region since they were involved in many events such as war.

4. Government- How is Cuba different from every other country in the Western Hemisphere?

Cuba has been a communist country for over 50 years, unlike the other Western Hemisphere countries.

The island I researched was Barbados.