Life in South Africa

Which country in the region has the largest population?

1.  

• 1. A.South Africa

• 1.  B.Botswana

• 1.  C.Namibia

• 1.  D.Swaziland

Most of the people in Mozambique work in _____.

• 1.  A.industry

• 1.  B.farming

• 1.  C.manufacturing

• 1.  D.mining

In almost every country in Southern Africa, people practice _____.

• 1.  A.Islam

• 1.  B.Hinduism

• 1.  C.Christianity

• 1.  D.traditional African religions

Most people throughout the region speak _____.

• 1.  A.English

• 1.  B.Portuguese

• 1.  C.Arabic

• 1.  D.indigenous languages

People in rural villages practice _____, growing the food they need to survive.

• 1.  A.crop rotation

• 1.  B.subsistence farming

• 1.  C.commercial farming

• 1.  D.slash and burn farming

In South Africa and Angola, most people live in rural areas

• TRUE

• FALSE

In almost every country in Southern Africa, most people are Muslim.

• TRUE

• FALSE

. Which Southern African country has the highest population density?

• A. Malawi

• B. South Africa

• C. Angola

• D. Mozambique

Which of the following statements describes a serious health issue affecting economic development in Southern Africa?

• A. About one of every four adults in four countries in Southern Africa is infected with HIV/AIDS.

• B. In the majority of countries, most people do not live beyond age 70 to 75.

• C. Heart disease is a cause of death for many older adults in Southern Africa.

• D. Smallpox is a growing cause for concern affecting young children in Southern Africa.

Which country in Southern Africa is the region’s most industrial and wealthiest?

• A. Angola

• B. Mozambique

• C. South Africa

• D. Zimbabwe