Primary Religion: Christianity (Roman Catholic)
Religion
Other Religions:o Buddhisto Jewisho Islamico Hinduo Santeria (Afro-Latin Tradition)o Macumba (tribal-voodoo)
o Spanish is the dominant language of Latin America
o Portuguese is spoken in Brazilo French is spoken in French Guiana
and HaitiOther common languages:
- English - Creole - Amerindian
Languages
Family has a significant importance in the Latin American culture:
o Extended Families are most popularoNuclear Families are second most common
Family Structure
Music Latin American music has many varieties based on region:
- Andean Music- Caribbean Music- Brazilian Music
Examples:• Mariachi• Salsa• Merengue• Samba• Choro
Latin Music is influenced by:- Spanish music- Portuguese music- American music- African music
• Latin American art has roots in the many different indigenous cultures that inhabited the Americas before European colonization in the 16th century
• Latin American art is also a blend of Native-American, African, and European Cultures
Arts & Literature
• Latin American literature consists of both oral & written traditions
• Latin American literature became prominent during the late 20th century
Latin American clothing varies based on the area or region
Clothing
Traditional
Western/Modern Tribal/Ethnic
Latin American clothing styles:
Most popular sport in Latin America is Futbol (soccer)– Brazil has won FIFA World Cup 5 times– Argentina and Uruguay have won twice
Sports
Other popular sports in Latin America:• Baseball (most popular in the Caribbean)• Ball Games (dates back to Mayans, Incas, Aztecs)• Bullfighting (popular throughout Latin America)• Rugby (most popular in South America• Basketball and Squash also are common in parts
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