Geography:Mexico is a high plateau with mountain chains on the east. It also consists of high elevations, deserts, and low coastal plains. It coastlines with The Gulf of Mexico, and Pacific Ocean. It's boarded by the United States (Mexico is 1/5th the size of the US). Belize and Guatemala are to the south.
Religions: There is no official religion in Mexico but 77% are roman catholic.
Political System:
self government and constitution (like the US)
head is the president (6 year term)
Has 3 branches; Executive, Legislative, Judicial
Languages: Main language is Spanish
History of immigrants: The Aztecs and Mayans are well known native civilizations. Also some of the earliest settlements also include Olmec, and Toltec.
Neta can be used in several ways, but often used "like really?" or "for real"
Chavo/Chava is a name used to call kids.
NO HAY BRONCA is used to say, "No problem"
¡ORALE! means, "Go for it!"
Que Onda means whats up?
Culture+Music+Others
Folk songs called corridos share stories and are popular
Mariachi bands perform in street, parties, and restaurants
A popular dance known as the Mexican hat dance is performed by hopping steps and toe tapping movements
Luis Miguel is a well known Mexican pop singer around
Most dancers wear long and bright colored dresses that correspond to the particular dance or festival
Some famous people from Mexico include: Salma Hayek, Javier Hernandez, and Sara Ramirez
Mexican dance and costumes
Current Events:
MEXICO CITY MAKES BIGGEST ENCHILADA
www.telegraph.co.uk
CAPTURING 'EL CHAPO' SHOWS SECURITY STRATEGY WORKS
They captured one of the most wanted criminals, called El Chapo. He was holding an assault rifle when authorities found him hiding at his beach-side hideaway.
www.cnn.com
PRESIDENT OBAMA DELAYS IMMIGRATION REFORM PLAN
Tens of thousands of people try to get into the US from Mexico. Obama abandoned the plan to force immigration reform, and the plans will be sheltered until after the midterm elections.
www.siasat.com
Important Cities:
Population: 120.8 million
Geography: Mexico is a high plateau with mountain chains on the east. It also consists of high elevations, deserts, and low coastal plains. It coastlines with The Gulf of Mexico, and Pacific Ocean. It's boarded by the United States (Mexico is 1/5th the size of the US). Belize and Guatemala are to the south.
Religions: There is no official religion in Mexico but 77% are roman catholic.
Political System:
Languages: Main language is Spanish
History of immigrants: The Aztecs and Mayans are well known native civilizations. Also some of the earliest settlements also include Olmec, and Toltec.
Read more: http://www.everyculture.com/multi/Le-Pa/Mexican-Americans.html#ixzz3CwCnv2pt
Slang Words:
Culture+Music+Others
Current Events:
MEXICO CITY MAKES BIGGEST ENCHILADA
www.telegraph.co.uk
CAPTURING 'EL CHAPO' SHOWS SECURITY STRATEGY WORKS
They captured one of the most wanted criminals, called El Chapo. He was holding an assault rifle when authorities found him hiding at his beach-side hideaway.
www.cnn.com
PRESIDENT OBAMA DELAYS IMMIGRATION REFORM PLAN
Tens of thousands of people try to get into the US from Mexico. Obama abandoned the plan to force immigration reform, and the plans will be sheltered until after the midterm elections.
www.siasat.com
MORE PICTURES:
Websites usedwww.infoplease.comwww.relicionfacts.comwww. scholastic.comhttp://nohaybronca.wordpress.com
http://geography.about.com/od/mexicomaps/a/geographymexico.htm