Sub-Sahara Africa

What is the largest desert in Sub-Saharan Africa?

• Namib Desert

• Sahara Desert

• Kalahari Desert

• Gobi Desert

Which river is NOT one of the four great rivers mentioned?

• Amazon River

• Nile River

• Congo River

• Niger River

What climate is characterized by dry weather during winter and is found around the rain forests of Africa?

• Mediterranean Climate

• Tropical-Savanna Climate

• Marine West-Coast Climate

• Humid-Subtropical Climate

Which of the following is NOT a cause of death mentioned?

• Famine

• AIDS

• Lack of clean water

• Avalanches

What is the main form of communication in Sub-Saharan Africa?

• Television

• Newspapers

• Internet

• Radio

Which empire's power came from trade across the Sahara Desert?

• Roman Empire

• Ottoman Empire

• Mali Empire

• British Empire

What is a major challenge to farmers in Sub-Saharan Africa?

• Lack of sunlight

• Cold weather

• Too much rain

• Irrigating water

Who was the first black President of South Africa?

• Kwame Nkrumah

• F. W. de Klerk

• Julius Nyerere

• Nelson Mandela

What percentage of GDP does industry make up in Sub-Saharan Africa?

• 35%

• 25%

• 15%

• 5%

Which of the following is NOT a natural challenge mentioned?

• Floods

• Tornadoes

• Earthquakes

• Droughts