HPA Geography 2B Nigeria NEE case study 1

Which of these accurately describe Nigeria's location?

• It is on the continent of Africa.

• It is on continent of Europe.

• It is on the west coast.

• It is on the east coast.

• It has a tropical climate, with rainy and dry seasons.

Tick all of the statements describing Nigeria's global importance that are TRUE.

• It is the world's 21st largest economy.

• It is a member of the European Union.

• It is the 12th largest supplier of oil.

• It is the 5th largest contributor to the United Nations' peace keeping missions around the world.

Tick all of the statements about Nigeria's importance in Africa that are TRUE.

• It has one of the fastest growing economies in Africa.

• It has the largest population in Africa.

• It has low levels of productivity.

• It has the highest farm output in Africa.

In 1960, Nigeria became (a)   from the UK.

During the 1960s, Nigeria experienced civil (a)   and political political instability.

Tick all of the statements about Nigeria's social context that are TRUE.

• Nigeria does not suffer with fundamentalism or terrorism.

• Nigeria is a multi-faith nation.

• Nigeria is a multi-ethnic nation.

• Nigeria is an unequal nation.

Tick all of the statements about Nigeria's cultural context that are TRUE.

• Nigerian cinema is known as 'Nollywood'.

• There are very few popular Nigerian authors.

• The Nigerian football team has won the African Cup of Nations three times.

• Nigerian music is popular across Africa.

Nigeria's natural environments are varied, with the (a)   of the country being semi desert, whereas the south is has a tropical climate and rainforests.

Tick all of the statements about regional variations in Nigeria that are TRUE.

• There are wide variations of wealth and development within Nigeria.

• Rural areas have a greater share of public services.

• GDP is generally higher in the South.

• 100% of children in urban areas go to school.

Regional variation in development have led to rural- (a)   migration.