Argentina

Geography Population of 39 million 92% population live in cities Capital – Buenos Aires with population of 11.6 million

Patagonia in south is oil-rich Andes Mountains to the West and agricultural flatlands to the north and east. Patagonia in south is oil-rich Iguaza Falls

Varied climate North – sub-tropical (warm summers and mild winters) South – sub-polar (warm summers and very cold winters)

Economy Argentine Peso Agricultural Industries Sunflower seeds, lemons, grapes, corn, and wheat Industries food processing, cars, and clothing, cattle

Government President: Cristina De Kirchner Vote when 18 Three branches of government and 2 house legislative branches

Culture Education Literacy rate 97% Education FREE but must buy own books and uniform (white lab coat that covers your clothes) No buses (some ride horses) 8-12 or 1-5 (your choice) Many public universities are free but must pass test to gain entrance

Culture Soccer (football) is most popular sport National team has won several FIFA World Cup titles and many of their players play on European professional teams

Culture Oktoberfest: Villa General Belgrano Carnival German Immigrants Carnival Snow Festival: San Carlos de Barliloche August Town founded by Swiss immigrants

Language and People Spanish is official language but sounds more Italian than Spanish from Spain Italian, German, English, French, and native languages Culturally more European than Latin American white (mostly Spanish and Italian) 97%, mestizo, Amerindian, or other non white groups 3%