###Geography Chapter 10 Section 3 RTAs###

Inca

American Indian people of Peru. They live up in the Andes Mountains.

What country is South America's greatest economic success story?

Chile

What ancient civilization was located in the Andes Mountains of Peru?

Inca

Why are the literature, music, and arts and crafts of South America important?

the express the different cultures and people that make up South America

What is one lasting legacy of the Inca?

Quechua Language

Mercosur

The largest latin american trade agreement; includes Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Paraguay, Peru, and Uruguay

How did colonialism affect the development of government in South America?

colonialism created strong militaries and weak governments undermined by social divisions

Why is a high literacy rate important to a country?

a higher literacy rate means more people are educated and can get better jobs

What makes the region able to produce a wide variety of products?

a unique combination of resources, landforms, climate and vegetation

What sorts of music are popular in South America?

folk, popular, classical, street

Is the literacy rate in South America higher or lower than in other parts of Latin America?

higher

Quechua

official Inca language

What is cultural mosaic?

societies with different cultures living near each other, but keeping their separate identities

What indications are there that the literacy rate is high in South America?

south America supports colleges, universities, and technical schools. There are many daily newspapers and books published.