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    For this map project, the country of research is the Dominican Republic located in both the northern and western hemispheres in the Caribbean. The country is located on the east section of the island of Hispaniola, with the country of Haiti on the west section. The island of the Hispaniola is the second largest island of the West Indies and it is 29,418 square miles in total. The Dominican Republic's shores are dominated by the Caribbean Sea to the south and the Atlantic Ocean to the north, but its

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    The student that I selected to do the cultural project is from the Dominican Republic. The Dominican Republic is a third world country located in the Grater Antilles or The Caribbean. The culture of the country is a mix of the Europeans, Africans and Tainos. The national language of the country is Spanish, but the native dialect is referred to as Dominican Spanish. However, many schools in the country teach English and French as a second language. The majority of the population belongs to the Roman

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    There are four Mirabal sisters, Patria, Dede, Minerva, and Maria Teresa. They did something remarkable for all women who lived in the Dominican Republic. The girls started a revolution that they were doing things to stop Trujillo. Patria, Minerva,and Maria Teresa Died in the process. Six months after their deaths Trujillo was assassinated. Everything they did for women started then. Minerva was the sister that saw how Trujillo really was first. She felt like she was trapped, “ sometimes watching

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    The Dominican Republic is a significant country. The Dominican Republic has become one of the most talked about Spanish speaking countries in today’s civilization. I chose to research this country because I found it to be one of the most attention-grabbing, Spanish speaking countries. The Dominicans have a vast and amazing culture it is unlike any other, Dominican culture originates from things such as their music or their sports but their culture would not have commenced if it would not have been

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    The Dominican Republic is a very interesting place. The Dominican Republic is located in the north-central Caribbean. “The Dominican people themselves are universally known for their cheerful disposition, their love of music and dancing, and a certain resignation in the face of high unemployment and widespread poverty”(Foley 3). The Dominican Republic’s stunning geography features, warm climate, complicated government, interesting economy, cool culture, and interesting facts make it a tour destination

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    The Dominican Republic is an nation established on February 27, 1984, and located in the Americas. The capital is Santo Domingo. The Dominican Republic is a peninsula next to Haiti, south of south of North America, and north of South America. As of 2013, there are almost ten and half million citizens residing in Dominican Republic. Their primary language is Spanish, but with a noticeable accent. The Dominican Republic is one of the many nations with vibrant lifestyles. Culture is a particular society

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    The Dominican Republic is a beautiful country with beaches and sights that you can visit while you are there. The Dominican Republic is located near Hati and by the Atlantic Ocean. “The Dominican Republic was explored by Columbus on his first voyage in 1492” - Fact Monster. The Dominican Republic's, unique geography, warm weather, strong government, successful economy, diverse culture, and interesting facts that make the country unique. The Dominican Republic has large landforms and tall peaks

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    Dominican Republic and Haiti: A Comparison of How One Island Has Two Complete Different Ends Dominican Republic and Haiti: A Comparison of How One Island Has Two Complete Different Ends The Hispaniola is a small island in the Caribbean which is currently composed by the Dominican Republic and the Republic of Haiti. These two countries despite sharing an island and historical institutions are completely different. While the Dominican Republic enjoys the beauty of the Caribbean and its weather

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    Dominican Republic was formally known as the island of “Hispaniola” named by Christopher Columbus. The mountainous country currently shares itself with Haiti. On February 27th, 1844, Dominican Republic gained independence from war against Haiti. Although the country has faced many hardships from the incoming decades, the country has survived. The country is located between the Caribbean Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean, and east of Haiti. The

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    The Dominican Republic is a Caribbean country also known as “Republica Dominicana” and two-thirds of the island of Hispaniola. Its shares the other one-third of its country with Haiti. Christopher Columbus discovered the island in 1492, and claimed it was a Spanish crown. (CIA.GOV). The Dominican Republic sits in the Caribbean Sea and is south of the Atlantic Ocean. It lies between the island of Puerto Rico and Cuba, and is mostly populated by people of European and African origin. The Dominican Republic

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