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Location :

In this lesson you will learn:
• To describe the geography, topography, and demographics of Bolivia.
• To compare and contrast Bolivia to states in the United States (USA) and other countries.
• To describe the topography and vegetation of Noel Kempff Mercado National Park (NKMNP) and compare it to states in the USA.
• To differentiate between tropical and temperate rainforests.
• To describe the soil in a tropical forest.
• To identify natural resources, economic, and human impact issues in NKMNP.

Fact or Fiction?

How much do you already know about Bolivia and rainforests? Read each of the following statements and click on the box if you think the statement is a fact. Then click on “submit” to find out if you are correct. A box will pop up with the answer.

FACT? Bolivia is a landlocked country in South America.

FACT? It rains almost everyday in a rainforest.

FACT? The area of Bolivia is smaller than Texas.

FACT? The most rainfall in Bolivia falls in July and August.

Where in the World is Bolivia?

Use the interactive map below and locate the country of Bolivia. Click on the map when you think you have located Bolivia. A box will pop up with your score. If at first you don’t succeed, try until you do.