SS7G3 Population Distribution in Africa

What large geographic feature dominates much of northern Africa?

• Rainforest

• Desert

• Swamps

• Savannas

Many of the largest cities in Africa are located near or around which feature?

• Water sources

• Rainforests

• Mountains

• Savannas

How do many people living in Africa's rainforest region usually make their living?

• Banking

• Fishing

• Logging

• Tourism

Which statement is TRUE?

• The northern most part of Africa is the most populous.

• Farming is not possible in any region of Africa.

• More people live south of the Sahara than north of it.

• New weather patterns are preventing industrial growth.

Which African region has the best climate zone for agriculture?

• Sahara

• Savannah

• Rainforest

• Sahel

Based on what you know about Africa’s population distribution around geographic features, where do you think most of Egypt's people live?

• In the Sahara desert

• In the Atlas Mountains

• In the Great Rift Valley

• In the Nile River Valley

Why is the population of the Sahara and Sahel so low?

• scarcity of water

• too much rainfall

• limited access to oil

• too cold in the winter

Which region is being described: "Very few people live here because climate is too hot, water is scarce, and it is impossible to farm"?

• Sahara

• Sahel

• Savannas

• Rainforest

Which African region has faced problems resulting from increasing desertification over the last several decades?

• Sahara

• Sahel

• Savannas

• Rainforest

Which African regions have a low population? Check all that apply.

• Sahara

• Sahel

• Savannas

• Rainforest