Country Profiles: Colombia Webquest Worksheet

This worksheet on Colombia helps students explore the country’s geography, culture, politics, and economy. Students begin with basic information such as the capital city Bogotá, official language (Spanish), population, and currency (Colombian Peso). The geography section highlights Colombia’s location in northwestern South America, bordering Venezuela, Brazil, Peru, Ecuador, and Panama, with diverse landscapes including the Andes Mountains, Amazon Rainforest, Caribbean and Pacific coastlines, and major rivers like the Magdalena. Government and politics introduces Colombia’s presidential republic system, current leaders, and national symbols such as the flag and anthem. The economy section covers major industries including coffee, oil, mining, agriculture, and manufacturing, along with key exports. The culture and society portion explores religions (primarily Christianity), traditional foods like arepas and bandeja paisa, festivals such as Carnival of Barranquilla, and contributions to music, art, and literature. Tourism highlights include Cartagena, Medellín, Bogotá, coffee regions, and Tayrona National Park. Reflection questions encourage students to consider how Colombia’s geography and culture influence daily life and international connections.

Keywords: Colombia, Bogotá, South America, Andes Mountains, Amazon Rainforest, Caribbean Coast, Pacific Coast, Magdalena River, coffee, oil, agriculture, arepas, bandeja paisa, Carnival of Barranquilla, culture, economy, tourism, geography, Model United Nations (MUN), reflection