Mexico

I: BACKGROUND

Part 1: Mexico Fact Sheet

Visit the Web sites below to find out about the basics of Mexican geography.

World Almanac for Kids

A country study of Mexico from the Library of Congress

Mexico for Kids is a site created by the office of the President of Mexico to teach children about the country and culture.

1. What is the full name of Mexico?

2. What is the capital of Mexico?

3. Describe the location of Mexico.

4. What is the area of Mexico?

5. What is the population of Mexico?

6. What is the currency of Mexico?

7. Name three languages spoken in Mexico.

Geographical Features

8. Name a major mountain range in Mexico.

9. Name a major river in Mexico.

10. What makes Mexico hot?

11. Mexico is divided into how many states?


12. Name the three major ethnic groups in Mexico.

13. What religions are practiced in Mexico?

14. What is education like in Mexico?

15. What percent of the labor force is engaged in agriculture?

16. What are the major crops grown in Mexico?

17. What animals are raised in Mexico?

18. What type of government exisits in Mexico?