9&10 Africa-Economic Development/Health Care

Many European countries wanted to control Africa due to its wealth of ____?_____

• historical sites
• tourism potential
• natural resources
• cultural artifacts

What is one of the effects of colonialism on Africa?

• Ethnic Conflict in Africa

• Strengthening of traditional economies.
• Promotion of indigenous cultures and languages.
• Increased local governance and autonomy.

Countries that rely on one or two commodities for much of their earnings is called what?

• Resource-rich nations
• One Commodity Countries

• Agricultural economies
• Manufacturing countries

A large barrier to economic growth in Africa is an unschooled population. Improving their education system would create?

• Increased unemployment rates.
• Worsening health conditions.
• Higher levels of corruption.
• Skilled Workers

is an infection that is often fatal if not treated and is caused by a lack of sanitation and clean water supply.

• Typhoid
• Dysentery
• Hepatitis A
• Cholera

Economic consequences due to AIDS has caused what?

• Increased tourism and economic growth
• Reduction in healthcare spending
• Higher employment rates in affected regions
• Increased healthcare costs and loss of workforce productivity

What is the number strategies to combat AIDS in Africa?

• Promoting untested remedies
• Increasing stigma around HIV
• Five main strategies: access to treatment, safe sex promotion, education and awareness, support services, and community health programs.
• Limiting access to healthcare

Using the chart answer the following question-Which regions in Africa have 6.1million people living with HIV in 2016?

• Western and Central Africa
• Latin America and Caribbean
• East and Southern Africa
• East Europe and Central Asia

Open ended question: In two to three sentences answer the following question-Why do you believe that EDUCATION has been a huge success in the prevention of the spread of HIV and AIDS in some parts of Africa?