1. Cultures and Lifestyles of Latin America Ch. 9 Sec. 3

2. Religion Christianity  most dominant Traditional Native and African religions mixed w/ Christianity Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism  W. Indies Judaism  in largest cities

3. Religion Most Christians are Roman Catholic ** –Official religion in Spanish colonies, & Brazil Clergy were part of politics

4. Religion Protestantism came with British and Dutch settlers Did not grow until late 1900s –Ppl liked it b/c laypeople had a major role, not clergy

5. Religion Syncretism- blending of beliefs and practices from diff. religions into 1 faith - (i.e. Santería in Cuba and Voodoo in Haiti and D.R.)

7. The Arts Blending of European and Native Am. Lots of weaving, pottery, metalwork, murals, mosaics Paintings had Christian themes

8. Mayan glyphs Incan textiles

9. The Arts Present-day artists focus on social and political subjects –Diego Rivera (muralist) paints events in Mexico’s history Music mixes European, African, and Native styles (salsa, samba, mariachi)

10. Everyday Life 4 impt. values: social status, family life, personal honor, & individual freedom**

11. Families Strong loyalty to family Often live with extended family Machismo- tradition of male supremacy –Women are advancing though

12. Education Quality of education varies Many do not complete elementary school –Long distances, lack of $, family obligations Gains have been made though in literacy and univ. enrollment

13. Healthcare As education rises, awareness rises –Improve sanitation & nutrition –But still varies country to country (Chile is high, Haiti is low)

14. Sports & Leisure Biggest sport is fútbol (soccer) –National sport in many places Baseball is big in W. Indies

15. Sports & Leisure Celebrations are most popular activity Carnival is best-known festival –A week before Lent begins –Rio de Janeiro throws largest Carnival