The Sahara Desert/Unlock 2 Unit 4 R2

How many North African countries does the Sahara Desert cover?

• 9

• 11

• 12

• 7

The Sahara Desert covers 25% of Africa.

• True

• False

In the Sahara Desert, during the day, the hottest time is between...

• 2 pm and 4 pm

• 1 pm and 3 pm

• 3 pm and 4 pm

• 1 pm and 2 pm

In the Sahara Desert, the coldest time at night is at...

• 5 am

• 6 am

• 4 am

• 3 am

The temperatures at night fall to -1 degree celsius.

• True

• False

How much is the average precipitation in a year?

• 80 millimetres

• 70 millimetres

• 60 millimetres

• 90 millimetres

Which of the following is NOT an item that you need in the Sahara Desert?

• warm clothes

• long trousers

• woollen jumper

• short sleeve t-shirt

A car won't be helpful if you want to be rescued from a desert.

• True

• False

Which of the following is NOT a good piece of advice for a person who is trying to survive in a desert?

• Do not talk too much.

• Find a warm place to sleep at night.

• Use a mirror from your car to signal.

• Eat large amounts of food.