Caribbean Region and Map

Homework questions and answers

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

Volcanoes, coral reefs and the earths crust all have made islands in the West Indies. The volcanoes make high islands, coral reefs make low islands and the earth's crust makes Continental islands.

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

The major industries of the West Indies are tourisim and farming. They have good ariable soil so it is great for farming. Havanna is a key spot for tourists looking to get away at the island beaches. With crystal clear waters and tan sand.

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

Santo Domingo, capital of the Dominican Republic. It was founded in the year 1496. By Bartholomew Columbus, brother of Christopher Columbus.

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

The Bahamas, Greater Antillies and the Lesser Antillies.These island groups are shown in the map above. Cuba is the long oval island and is part of the Greater Antillies. And the small islands on the west are the Lesser Antillies.

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

Spaniards, English, French and The Dutch all influenced the culture of this region. The Caribbean region has many French traditions as well as Spaniard, English and Dutch traditions.

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

It is different because it is a communist state. Where leaders control the economy and socitey. It is headed by General Raul Castro and a cadre of party loyalists. And he is commander-in-chief of the armed forces on February 24, 2008.

My Island project is about Guadeloupe.