Caribbean Region Map and Q&A

Homework questions and answers

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

Volcaones formed the islands of the West indies. In the Bahamas, coral and sand made the islands.

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?

The first European settelment is Santo Domingo, which is the Capital of Dominican Republic.

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

The three archipelagos that make up the West Indies are the Bahamas, the Greater Antilles, and the Lesser Antilles. The Greater Antillies include Cuba, Hispaniola, Jamaica, and Puerto Rico.

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

The four groups who influenced the culture of the Caribbean region is the Spaniards, the English, The French, and the Dutch.

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

Cuba is different because Cuba's capital is the largest city in the West indies and the government is based on commuism.

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