Africa Environment, Populations & Trade, and Religions & Ethnic Groups Quiz

1) What is the definition of "deforestation"?

• eliminating a species of an animal
• creating nature preserves to protect forests
• cutting down and clearing trees from the area
• forcing people to move from cities into traditional forest villages

2) The language most Ashanti people speak is

• English
• Arabic
• Twi
• Swahili

3) There are over __________ different Bantu languages and dialects.

• 30
• 300
• 650
• 700

4) Which BEST describes the religion of the Bantu people?

• most are muslims
• most Bantu practice Animism
• nearly all Bantus are Christians
• the Bantu practice a wide variety of religions

5) What is the significance of the Golden Stool for the Ashanti people?

• It symbolizes the power of the Ashanti people.
• The stool was meant to encourage equal rights for all.
• The Ashanti would become rich making furniture and household goods.
• The Ashanti people could only worship if they were sitting on the Golden Stool.

6) What is one of the biggest industries in the rain forest?

• fishing
• logging
• growing wheat
• technology

7) What are some effects of drought on Africa?

• crops wither away and livestock die
• water is plentiful
• people just buy the water they need
• sea water has to be used to water crops

8) What is the primary form of transportation for trade in the Savanna region of Africa?

• boats and airplanes
• walking and cars
• walking and riding bicycles
• riding bicycles and motorcycles

9) What religion is most common among the Swahili today?

• Islam
• Hinduism
• Buddhism
• Christianity

10) Which is a result of desertification for the people living in the Sahel region?

• increased tourism
• more jobs in manufacturing
• increased starvation and poverty
• decreased support from the United Nations