Comprehension Test 3 SS7g3 and SS7g4

As much as one-third of Africa's land is threatened by __________.

• Desertification

• Air Pollution

• Flooding

Which river flows north through eastern Africa and eventually empties into the Mediterranean Sea?

• Niger River

• Nile River

• Congo River

Which is NOT a cause of water pollution in Africa?

• Logging

• Industrial Waste

• Human Sewage

The _______ are an ethnic group found mainly in Ghana who practice the traditional religion called Akan.

• Bantu

• Arabs

• Ashanti

Answer explanation

The coastal climate of this feature in northern Africa is much less harsh than in the nearby desert.

• Kalahari

• Atlas Mountains

• Great Rift Valley

Which industry has been hurt by Africa's water pollution problem?

• Fishing

• Mining

• Logging

More than 90% of west Africa's tropical rain forests have been cut down. What is this process called?

• Over-extraction

• Desetification

• Deforestation

Which country forms the southern tip of the African continent?

• Kenya

• South Africa

• Sudan

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

• High crime

• Too cold

• Lack of water

Which African region is home to a variety of animals, such as zebras, lions, and giraffes?

• Kalahari

• Sahara

• Savanna