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Cuba

A distance of 90 miles (144 kilometers) separates the Republic of Cuba from the United States of America. That distance is close enough for cultural if not political influences between the two countries. Contributors typically ask about Cuba's ancient Arawak, Ceboney and Taino past; brief forays into 20th century democratic politics; cultural contributions to world music and poetry; and political plans for the future.

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Is Cuba a Latino country?

Cubans are just that, Cubans. There is no such thing as a Latino race. A Latino/Hispanic person is someone who is from a Spanish speaking country.

Actually in its broadest sense "Latino" or Latin includes all persons that originate from countries that speak languages derived from Latin, which includes: Spanish, French, Italian, Catalan, Basque, Portugese, Galacian and some others. The term "Hispanic" would be anyone who traces their roots to the Iberian Peninsula, which is made up of Spain, Portugal, Gibraltar and Andorra

What is the general attitude of Cuban people?

young Cubans also enjoy music and dancing and going out with friends. Money is tight, so you won't see many going to fancy clubs the way you do in other countries. Baseball, is the number one pass time in Cuba. Large groups of men, will play anywhere. Dominoes is the number one played game in Cuba. Also, many people enjoy chicken fighting, although gambling in Cuba is illegal, this is done in a casual manner.

What was the failed attempt to overthrow the communist leader of Cuba called?

The failed invasion of Cuba by American troops was named Bay of Pigs, and this was a failed mission because John F. Kennedy did not turn it into a full blown battle, and Kennedy did not back up the troops that were in Cuba with additional troops; in the end these troops in Cuba either died or were tortured to death.

What does the star on Cuba's flag represent?

The STAR on Cuba's Flag represents their sky, the beauty of the Cuban flag can leave one breathless. ..... and the forgiveness of those who have served their rights.........


Is haiti visible from cuba?

Yes Haiti is between the North American plate which is north and the Caribbean plate to the south

so yes cuba is just due north west of haiti

What are the social classes in Cuba?

1% high class 25% middle class 74% low class

Are most Cuban penises circumcised?

Les then 20% of Bolivians are circumcised

World Health Organization figures (Which have been used to make some of these estimates) have to be looked at with caution though as they are a pro circumcision organization that has a reputation for distorting the prevalence of circumcision upwards. Odds are that the prevalence is much lower as there is no religious or cultural tradition related to circumcision in this country.

What are some differences between Brazil and Cuba?

Brazil is a portugesee speaking nation using slang portugesee form Portugal. Where in Cuba the people speak Spanish. Brazil does not have the death penalty as where Cuba does if you comite a crime. Cuba is a island close to the States and was attacked by the Americans as Brazil was not.

What forms the borders of Cuba?

The Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea.

Is there a nickname for Cuba?

El Caimán (the alligator) because of the country's geographical shape.
land of silver

What are the major problems that face cuba?

Poverty, racism, and an almost complete lack of personal and political freedoms are the most pressing issues in Cuba.

What languages are spoken by Cubans in the United States?

Cubans in the United States generally speak English and/or Spanish.

What regions is Cuba considered to be part of?

Camaguey, Ciego de Avila, Cienfuegos, Granma, Guantanamo, Havana (capitol), Holguin, Isle of Youth, Las Tunas, Matanzas, Pinar del Rio, Sancti Spiritus, Santiago de Cuba, and Villa Clara.

Why did Cuba fall upon hard times in 1991?

Cuba's leader, Fidel Castro, declared drastic rationing in food, public services, and energy conservation due to the soviets military withdraw from Cuba.

Who was the president of Cuba before Fidel Castro?

Batista served two different terms as president of Cuba. First from 1940 to 1944, he was preceded by Frederico Laredo Bru. His second term was from 1952 to 1959 and he ousted Carlos Prios Socarras.

Country south of cuba?

it is the windward passage

What type of economy to Cuba have?

Ill be brief, Cuba posses a State controlled economy, meaning everything is owned by the government. The state controls the prices, the production , the distribution , etc of everything, leaving no room for a free market. Cubans cant own or create companies or business.

Is Cuba a commonwealth island?

No. Cuba is not a Commonwealth country. Its former colonizers were Spain and the USA, not the UK. As a nominally communist country, Cuba would not be eligible for membership in the Commonwealth of Nations and probably has not interest in membership in any case.