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What is the largest freshwater lake in Central America? | Lake Nicaragua is the largest freshwater lake in Central America. |
Which service industry thrives in Belize and Guatemala? | Tourism thrives in Belize and Guatemala. |
Why are areas near volcanoes in the Central Highlands densely populated? | Densely populated areas have volcanic lava that produces fertile soil for farming. |
When was the Panama Canal built? | The Panama Canal was built in the early 1900s. |
What does CAFTA-DR create for five Central American countries? | CAFTA-DR creates a free-trade zone. |
In which present-day countries of Central America did the Maya live? | The Maya lived in Guatemala and Belize. |
Who was the first Spaniard to establish Spain's claim to Central America? | Rodrigo de Bastidas was the first Spaniard to make a claim. |
When did Panama take control of the Panama Canal? | Panama took control of the Panama Canal in 1999. |
Under economic colonialism, who controlled the economy of a country or a region? | Foreign companies controlled the economy under economic colonialism. |
During the time of conflict in the late 1900s, which two countries remained peaceful? | Costa Rica and Belize remained peaceful during conflicts. |
Why is the urban population in Central America expected to grow? | People migrating from the countryside increase the urban population. |
How are people making an effort to improve rural life in Central America? | Encouraging people to grow a diversity of crops will improve rural life. |
What is the main language in most Central American countries? | Spanish is the main language in most Central American countries. |
What is the most popular sport in Nicaragua? | Baseball is the most popular sport in Nicaragua. |
Which statement about education in Central America is accurate? | Very few people attend college in Central America. |
What group moved into Central America along the Pacific coast? | The Nahuatl moved into Central America along the Pacific coast. |
What are small groups of fighters that know the local landscapes called? | Guerrillas are the fighters that know the local landscape. |
What were military strongmen who ruled Central American governments called? | Caudillos ruled Central American governments. |
What group brought their culture from South America to Panama? | The Chibcha brought their culture to Panama. |
What is a large farm where workers produce cash crops? | A plantation is a large farm that produces cash crops. |
What is a blend of music styles popular in Belize? | "Punta rock" is a blend of music styles. |
What is something somebody is born to? | Heritage is something someone is born to. |
What is the religious festival in Guatemala? | Semana Santa is a religious festival in Guatemala. |
What is the culture known for bright smocks? | Kuna is the culture known for bright smocks. |
Who was a wealthy British humanitarian? | Baron Bliss was a wealthy British humanitarian. |