Latin America
Answers are for parents and teachers.
1
Write 3–4 sentences about the transition to democracy in Latin America.
In the late 1980s and 1990s elected governments replaced military ones in many states; Chile and Argentina are examples.
2
Explain the link between USMCA and NAFTA.
USMCA came into force in 2020 and replaced NAFTA; the same three states remain but the rules were updated.
3
Write five Latin American countries and their capitals.
Brazil – Brasília; Argentina – Buenos Aires; Mexico – Mexico City; Colombia – Bogotá; Chile – Santiago.
4
Why can inequality cause political discontent? Give an example from Latin America.
When income gaps are large, demand for social services rises; the left’s election wins in the 2000s reflect this.