African History and Colonization Quiz

Which ocean is to the west of Africa?

• Indian Ocean

• Mediterranean Sea

• Atlantic Ocean

• Pacific Ocean

How many countries does Africa contain?

• 70 countries

• 48 countries

• 54 countries

• 60 countries

What is the largest desert in the world?

• Arabian Desert

• Sahara Desert

• Kalahari Desert

• Gobi Desert

Which European nation was the first to establish contact with the Kongo Kingdom?

• Portugal

• Spain

• France

• Netherlands

Which European power began expeditions down the west coast of Africa in the 15th century?

• Portugal

• France

• Spain

• Netherlands

Which European country established the first settlement in the south of Africa?

• Netherlands

• Portugal

• Spain

• France

When was slavery ended in the Cape of Good Hope?

• 1820

• 1834

• 1845

• 1850

Which European country launched a war of conquest against Algeria in 1830?

• Spain

• France

• Portugal

• Netherlands

Who was the Scottish missionary famous for his exploration of Africa?

• David Livingstone

• Henry M. Stanley

• Leopold II

• Otto von Bismarck

What was the aim of the Berlin Conference in 1884-1885?

• To discuss trade with Asia

• To discuss African independence

• To discuss European colonization of Africa

• To discuss European wars