Geography of Africa Test

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One consequence of the cultural diffusion pattern shown on the map above includes: the loss of sensitive ecological territory in order for mosques and churches to be built., the passage of legislation preventing the spread of Islam any further into Sub-Saharan Africa, the growth of conflicts between religious groups in Sudan, Nigeria and the Central African Republic., the blending of religious traditions throughout Sub-Saharan Africa resulting in new, unique practices

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the growth of conflicts between religious groups in Sudan, Nigeria and the Central African Republic.

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How has the desert landscape of the Sahara influenced historical migration patterns in Africa?

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The Sahara Desert has served as a barrier to travel and migration.

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What is one way that overgrazing in the Sahel is changing the physical geography of this region?

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Previous areas of savanna are turning into desert.

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Which physical process is responsible for the creation of rift valleys in Sub-Saharan Africa? Options: Erosion, Weathering, Tectonic forces, Volcanic activity

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Tectonic forces

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Which biome is characteristic of central Sub-Saharan Africa nearest the equator? Options: Taiga, Desert, Savannas, Tropical rainforests

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Tropical rainforests

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Sub-Saharan Africa is home to a diversity of biomes which has resulted in a place that is characterized by —

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economies that are dependent on the land

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Which of the following describes how political patterns in South Africa changed by the end of the twentieth century? A dictator was replaced by an elected parliament., Elections were held for the first time with universal suffrage., Women were given the opportunity to vote in national elections for the first time., A new constitution was adopted that gave political rights to immigrants.

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Elections were held for the first time with universal suffrage.

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Based on the information in the table above, which country most likely has the highest standard of living? Options: Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa, Zimbabwe

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South Africa

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Declining agricultural productivity throughout much of Sub-Saharan Africa is contributing to —

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large-scale rural to urban migration

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Many living in Sub-Saharan Africa primarily earn a living engaged in farming or pastoral herding, resulting in a region that is characterized by economies that are considered —

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less developed