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Compare and contrast the cultures of Quebec and Ontario. What makes these two provinces different from one another? In a short paragraph, identify at least two key differences in these provinces' cultures and histories.

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Describe three problems that have been encountered in establishing stable governments in Latin America. Why have many Latin American states faced government takeovers, coups, and revolutions?

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Explain what is meant by the Columbian Exchange. Give an example of a product or resource that was part of this important cultural exchange between continents.

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Describe the German immigrants in Texas. Why did they emigrate from Germany to Texas? What are some examples of their culture in Texas?

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Describe the Mexican immigrants in Texas. Why did they emigrate from Mexico to Texas? What are some examples of their culture in Texas?

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Which of the following statements about the rivers of the United States and Canada is false?

A
The Grand Canyon was formed by the continuous flow of the Columbia River.
B
The Yukon River flows from British Columbia, through Alaska, and into the Bering Sea.
C
The Colorado River runs through the Grand Canyon.
D
The Continental Divide acts as a boundary that determines to which ocean rivers flow.
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Identify and describe the challenges faced by German immigrants in Texas.

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What is the correct definition of the word cuisine?

A
the state or fact of being diverse
B
characteristic of a cultural group
C
a style of building characterized by high arches and spires
D
a style of cooking, often characterized by the culture of a region
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What is Wurstfest?

A
a popular Tex-Mex dish
B
a type of gothic architecture
C
a festival celebrating sausage
D
a pastry filled with fruit, cheese, or meat
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In a short paragraph, explain why Roman Catholicism is the dominant religion in Latin America. What kinds of historical factors have contributed to so many Latin Americans adopting this religious heritage?

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Manhattan Island is __________.

A
the largest island in Canada
B
the largest island in North America
C
the world’s largest barrier island
D
the most highly populated island in North America
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The __________ languages spoken in the Caribbean are a blend of African and European lexicons.

A
Cajun
B
Celtic
C
Creole
D
Catalan
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Analyze the photo below and answer the question that follows. Photo by Mark A. Wilson In which United States ecosystem would you most likely find acacia trees, palo verdes, Gila monsters, javelinas, and bobcats? A. the grasslands B. the tropical rainforest C. the coniferous forest D. the desert Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

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Africa’s most navigable river is the __________.

A
Congo River
B
Niger River
C
Zambezi River
D
Limpopo River
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Which of the following statements most accurately describes the culture of the African continent?

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Africa is not very diverse; most African people are the same race, speak the same language, and have the same traditions.
B
African culture is extremely diverse; there are over 3,000 different culture groups, and over 800 languages are spoken.
C
African culture has been overrun completely by foreign influences, particularly those from Europe and the Middle East.
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Up to 70% of the world’s freshwater can be found in the __________.

A
Great Artesian Basin
B
Great Barrier Reef
C
geothermal plateaus of New Zealand
D
ice caps of Antarctica

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