Where is Hispaniola located?

Q: Where is Hispaniola located?


A: Hispaniola is located in the Caribbean Sea.

Q: What is the size of Hispaniola compared to other West Indies islands?


A: Hispaniola is the second largest island (after Cuba) of the West Indies.

Q: What countries currently occupy Hispaniola?


A: The Republic of Haiti occupies the western three-eighths, while the Dominican Republic occupies the rest of Hispaniola.

Q: Are there any other Caribbean islands that are split between two countries?


A: Yes, the other Caribbean island that is split between two countries is Saint Martin.

Q: How does the location of Hispaniola compare to Cuba and Puerto Rico?


A: Hispaniola is located east of Cuba and west of Puerto Rico.

Q: What is the significance of Hispaniola having two countries occupying it?


A: It is one of two Caribbean islands in which there are two countries sharing its territory.

Q: What is the West Indies?


A: The West Indies is a region that includes the Caribbean islands and the surrounding coasts.

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