Lecture Glencoe world history - Chapter 29: Latin America (1945-Present)

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Economic crises after World War II brought military rule in some Latin American countries and revolution in others. Democracy did not take hold in most of Latin America until the late twentieth century. This chapter presents the following content: General trends in Latin America; Mexico, Cuba, and central America; the nations of South America.

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Chapter Introduction Section 1: General Trends in Latin America Section 2: Mexico, Cuba, and Central America Section 3: The Nations of South America Visual Summary
How can trade embargos affect a nation? The low number of modern automobiles on the streets of Cuba today is a constant reminder of the ongoing trade embargo imposed in 1960 by the United States. The embargo prohibits trade with Cuba, including vehicles and replacement parts. In this chapter you will learn about other economic, social, and political issues in Latin America. • If the trade embargo were lifted, how might the United States and Cuba benefit? • If the United States could not trade with other nations, what products would you have to do without?
General Trends in Latin America What was the relationship between the United States and Latin America after World War II?
Mexico, Cuba, and Central America Why was the United States so concerned about the governments and military capabilities of its neighbors?
The Nations of South America What kinds of problems have South American countries experienced in the twentieth century?
The BIG Idea Order and Stability Economic instability led some Latin American countries to move toward democracy, while the United States intervened to protect its interests.
Content Vocabulary • multinational corporations • megacity • magic realism Academic Vocabulary • consent • ongoing
People and Places • Chile • Bolivia • Brazil • Peru • Argentina • Colombia • Organization of American States (OAS) • Gabriel García Márquez • Oscar Niemeyer
Would your life be significantly affected if a particular country stopped exporting its products to the United States? A. Yes B. No A. A B. B 0% 0%
Economic and Political Developments Dependence on foreign imports and investments led to serious economic and political problems in Latin America.
Economic and Political Developments (cont.) • Latin American nations depended heavily on the United States, Europe, and Japan, especially for the advanced technology needed for modern industries. • Brutal military regimes in Chile, Brazil, and Argentina did away with political parties and returned to export-import economies financed by foreigners. Main Latin America Exports in the 1990s
Economic and Political Developments (cont.) • Multinational corporations were encouraged to come to Latin America. • In the 1970s Latin American nations had enormous debts that destroyed their economies. Wages fell and unemployment and inflation increased dramatically. • By the 1980s, many Latin American nations turned to democracy to combat the debt crisis.
How would you characterize the government leaders of most Latin American countries prior to 1980? A. Monarchs or kings B. Military leaders or dictators A. A C. Democratically-elected presidents B. B D. Prime ministers supported 0% C. 0% C0% 0% by a legislative body D. D
Latin American Society Economic and population problems have been critical to shaping modern Latin America.
Latin American Society (cont.) • Latin America’s economic problems have worsened with a population that has tripled between the years of 1950 and 2000. • The population of Mexico City has grown to over 19 million, qualifying it as a megacity. • A negative effect of the rapid population growth in cities has been the formation of slums and shantytowns. Major Developments in Latin America since 1945
Latin American Society (cont.) • The international drug trade has increased crime and corruption, especially in Bolivia, Peru, and Colombia. • There is a large gap between the rich and the poor in Latin America. • Women’s roles have changed as more women have entered the workforce.