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Flashcards in Uruguay Deck (10)
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1
Q

What is the capital of Uruguay and where is it located?

A

Manteuido and it is on the north shore of the Rio de la Plato not far from Buenos Aires

2
Q

What country did Uruguay gain it’s independence from?

A

Spain in 1825

3
Q

Where are most of the descendants of Uruguay from?

A

Europe

4
Q

What is the main religion of Uruguay?

A

Roman Catholic

5
Q

What is the official language of Uruguay?

A

Spanish, but many people speak Portuguese

6
Q

Where do most of the people of Uruguay live?

A

more than 90% live in Urban areas

7
Q

Describe the people of Uruguay?

A
  1. high literacy rate
  2. Have good jobs
  3. can afford to travel to Europe
  4. Many young people leave the country to explore economic opportunities.
8
Q

What is an important export of Uruguay?

A

Beef

9
Q

What is the economy in Uruguay based on?

A

Agriculture and manufacturing

10
Q

What is an important energy source in Uruguay?

A

Hydroelectric power