Chapter 8 Lesson 1 Physical Geography of Central America

1. Assume that you are living before the Panama Canal was built. Using a comparison/contrast format make an argument as to whether to construct the Panama Canal. You should consider the economic and political implications of the canal and take into account how the region’s physical features could affect the Panama Canal’s success. Use references from the Video Documentary. ( 2 Paragraphs)

2. Write a paragraph describing how the blocking of any one of these choke points around the world could affect your daily life. Make sure you refer to the geographic location of the waterway and the resources would be affected.