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Homework questions and answers

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

Most islands of the West Indies were formed by volcanoes. There is the continential crust, low islands, and high 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?

T0he first permanent European settlement in the West Indies was in Hispaniola

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

The 3 archipelagos that make up the west indies are, the Bahamas the Greater Antilles, and the Lesser Antilles.

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

Four groups that have influenced the culture of the Caribbean region are: Spaniards, English, French and Dutch.

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

Cuba is the only country in the western hemisphere that is a communist state led by a dictator.

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