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1. What 2 factors make the Mesa Central the most populous part of Mexico?
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1. Most of Mexico is too dry for farming, whereas there is adequate water for crops in this area.
2. The temperatures are relatively mild compared to the rest of Mexico. |
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2. Name 3 empires that have dominated the Mesa Central.
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1. The Toltec.
2. The Aztecs. 3. The Spanish. |
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3. What are people of mixed European and Indian ancestry called?
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Meztizos.
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4. Give 4 reasons that Mexico City is poorly located.
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1. The smog in the air is 100 times worse than the acceptable level.
2. The ground is spongy and the buildings are unstable. 3. The valley Mexico City is located in is one of the most active earthquake areas in the world. 4. The southern edge of the city is bordered by a chain of active volcanoes. |
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5. How is the federal government of Mexico defferent from that of the United States?
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Instead of a House of Representatives, Mexico has a Chamber of Deputies.
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