Importance of Water in South Africa assessment:

Which of the following is a major water-related challenge in South Africa?

• Water Abundance

• Water Pollution

• Water Surplus

• Water Wastage

True or False:

South Africa is a water-rich country.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

South Africa is a water scarce country and ranks as one of the 30 driest countries in the world with an average rainfall of about 40% less than the annual world average rainfall.

Fill in the blank:

The (a)   mode emphasizes the cultural, historical and social aspects of water in South Africa

Answer explanation

We used the method as a teaching method in todays lesson, exploring the cultural historical activity theory to incorporate the topic to our everyday life and add relevance.

Explain why water is important for the people of South Africa:

Answer explanation

Answers may vary, but should include points about water's role in agriculture, health and cultural practices.

Give the term for the following definition:

Limited access to clean and safe water resources.

(a)  

Choose the correct answer:

Contamination of water sources by harmful substances

• water conservation

• water scarcity

• water pollution

What is water conservation?

Answer explanation

The practice of using water wisely and avoiding wastage.

Which river is the primary source of water for the city of Cape Town?

• Orange River

• Limpopo River

• Berg River

• Vaal River

True or False:

Water management refers to the process to planning, controlling and distributing water resources

• True

• False

Give 1 reason for water scarcity in South Africa:

Answer explanation

Answer may vary, but could include points about little rain, water pollution, lack of water resources, etc. Any answer applicable and relevant to the question.