Caribbean Region Map and Questions

Homework Questions and Answers

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

      The islands of West Indies were formed by volcanoes.

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

      The major industry in the West Indies is tourism and farming .

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

       The first settlement was in Hispaniola.

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

       The greater antilles, Bahamas and Hispaniola make up the West Indies.

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

      The Spaniards, the English, the French and the Dutch influenced the culture of the Caribbean region.

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

      Cuba is the only government that is based on the ideas of communism.

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