East Africa Quiz

Why is the Olduvai Gorge in Tanzania known as the "Cradle of Mankind"?

• The oldest human remains have been discovered in this area

• The first human civilization was created in this area

• Hundreds of animal fossils are found in this area

• It was a nickname given to them by their emperor

How many fossils have been found in the area known as the Cradle of Humanity?

• Dozens

• Hundreds

• Thousands

• None

What was the East African trading region known as?

• The Silk Road

• The Trans-Saharan Trade Route

• The Indian Ocean Trade Route

• The Spice Route

What did the area become due to trade?

• A military stronghold

• A cultural crossroads of goods, ideas, and people

• An isolated economic zone

• A religious pilgrimage site

What does the term "Scramble for Africa" refer to?

• The unification of African countries in the 19th century

• The decolonization of Africa in the 20th century

• The European colonization of Africa in the 19th century

• The African countries' competition for resources

What was the purpose of the Berlin Conference of 1884-1885?

• To promote trade between African countries

• To divide Africa amongst European powers

• To establish a unified African currency

• To initiate the decolonization of Africa

Which African country successfully avoided colonization by European powers?

• Nigeria

• Ethiopia

• Egypt

• South Africa

What types of crops are grown in East African countries for direct sale?

• Tobacco, tea, and rice

• Wheat, barley, and oats

• Coffee, tea, and sugar

• Rice, sugar, and maize

What is one of the consequences of people leaving farms for cities in East Africa?

• Decreased urban growth

• Improved agriculture production

• Strained resources and agriculture production

• Increased farmland availability

Which countries' wildlife parks are mentioned as attractions for tourists in East Africa?

• Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania

• South Africa, Namibia, and Botswana

• Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Mozambique

• Egypt, Sudan, and Ethiopia