Geography of Sub-Saharan Africa Quiz

Which country in Sub-Saharan Africa is noted for having both a high GDP and a large population?

• Sudan

• Angola

• Ethiopia

• Mozambique

What is a common physical characteristic of Sub-Saharan Africa?

• Abundant river navigation options

• Fertile rainforest soils

• Large number of landlocked states

• Dense network of harbors

Which of the following bodies of water is NOT found in Sub-Saharan Africa?

• Nile River

• Amazon River

• Lake Victoria

• Congo River

What type of agriculture is most prevalent in Sub-Saharan Africa?

• Industrial agriculture

• Subsistence agriculture

• Biodynamic agriculture

• Urban agriculture

(a)   is NOT a characteristic of Sub-Saharan Africa's economy.

• Poorly developed infrastructure
• Large number of landlocked states
• High per capita GDP
• Wide range of per capita income

A common feature found in the demographics of developing economies in Sub-Saharan Africa is (a)   .

• Low infant mortality rate
• High literacy rates
• High population growth rate
• Low percentage of population under

Which of the following empires is NOT related to the historical empires of Sub-Saharan Africa?

• Mali

• Ghana

• Zimbabwe

• Persia

What aspect of cultural heritage reflects the diversity of African ethnic groups in Sub-Saharan Africa?

• Uniform language

• Skyscrapers

• Masks, sculpture, dance, music

• High technology industries

Which city is known as a center of culture and trade in Sub-Saharan Africa?

• Cairo

• Lagos

• New York

• Beijing