Understanding Sub-Saharan Africa: A Quiz

Understanding Sub-Saharan Africa: A Quiz

6th Grade

15 Qs

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Understanding Sub-Saharan Africa: A Quiz

Understanding Sub-Saharan Africa: A Quiz

Assessment

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Geography

6th Grade

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a major economic activity in many Sub-Saharan African countries?

Manufacturing electronics

Service industries

Agriculture

Information technology

Answer explanation

Agriculture is a major economic activity in many Sub-Saharan African countries, making it the correct choice.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who are the "Lost Boys of Sudan"?

A music band from Sudan

Boys who were separated from their families during the civil war in Sudan

A group of students studying abroad from Sudan

Fictional characters from a Sudanese novel

Answer explanation

The 'Lost Boys of Sudan' refers to boys who were separated from their families during the civil war in Sudan.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is a significant natural resource found in Africa?

Uranium

Diamonds

Oil

All of the above

Answer explanation

All of the above options - uranium, diamonds, and oil - are significant natural resources found in Africa.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the genocide in Rwanda mainly about?

Religious differences

Economic disparities

Ethnic tensions between Hutus and Tutsis

Political power struggle

Answer explanation

The genocide in Rwanda was mainly about ethnic tensions between Hutus and Tutsis, leading to mass killings and violence.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following best describes the political system in many Sub-Saharan African countries post-independence?

Stable democracies

Military dictatorships

Monarchies

Communist states

Answer explanation

Many Sub-Saharan African countries post-independence have been characterized by military dictatorships, making this the best description of their political system.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common challenge facing the economies of Sub-Saharan Africa?

Over-reliance on technology

Lack of natural resources

High levels of foreign debt

Too much diversification

Answer explanation

The correct answer is high levels of foreign debt, as many countries in Sub-Saharan Africa struggle with significant amounts of debt owed to foreign entities.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a significant outcome for the Lost Boys of Sudan in the United States?

They were immediately granted U.S. citizenship

Most were enrolled in universities and colleges

They received extensive financial support from the government

Many were offered resettlement opportunities and aid

Answer explanation

The significant outcome for the Lost Boys of Sudan in the United States was that many were offered resettlement opportunities and aid, making this the correct answer choice.

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