THE GRAND CARIBBEAN MAP AND QUESTIONS

Ryan M.

2/3/17

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

The West Indies were formed by either underwater volcanoes or limestone being pushed to the earth's surface. It could also be formed by coral building up.

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

The biggest industries in the West Indies are tourism and farming.

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

The first permanent European settlement in the West Indies is now known as Santo Domingo.

2. Region- What three archipelagos make up theWest Indies?

Greater antilles, lesser antilles and the bahamas

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

The Taino, french, spaniards and asians.

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

Cuba is different because they are communists and no other countries are.

My island project is on Puerto Rico