Chapter 13 Lesson 1 Geography and Culture Quiz

What does the term "so-called" mean as used in academic vocabulary?

• Rarely used or known

• Commonly named; popularly termed

• Scientifically defined

• Historically significant

What is a "plateau"?

• A low-lying wetland

• A small hill in a desert

• A relatively high, flat land area

• A deep valley with steep sides

Which term describes a broad grassland dotted with small trees and shrubs?

• Tundra

• Savannah

• Forest

• Jungle

What does "matrilineal" mean?

• Tracing lineage through the father

• Tracing lineage without family ties

• Tracing lineage through the mother

• Ignoring lineage in family structure

What is the role of a "griot" in African society?

• A leader in military expeditions

• A special class of African storytellers who help keep alive a people's history

• A religious figure who leads ceremonies

• A skilled artisan known for crafting tools

What is the primary reason Africa's geography is significant in its cultural history?

• It has a large number of modern cities.

• It includes a variety of landforms and climate zones that influenced farming and herding.

• It is the smallest continent.

• It was completely isolated from other continents.

Which of the following is NOT one of the climate zones mentioned in the text?

• Desert

• Tundra

• Mild climate zone

• Savanna

According to the text, what percentage of Africa's land area do deserts cover?

• 10 percent

• 20 percent

• 40 percent

• 50 percent

What geographic feature is described as stretching from the Atlantic Ocean to the Indian Ocean?

• The Mediterranean Sea

• The Sahara Desert

• The Nile River

• The Great Rift Valley

Which area is known for having heavy rains and warm temperatures that produce dense forests?

• The Sahara

• The Kalahari

• The rain forest along the Equator

• The savannas