Physical and Political Maps of Africa

A type of map that includes boundaries, cities, and states

• climate map

• physical map

• political map

• population map

A picture that shows the location of something

• map

• globe

• photograph

• chart

A type of map that shows landforms and bodies of water

• climate map

• physical map

• resource map

• political map

Which type of thematic map would show you mountains, deserts, oceans, etc.?

• Physical

• Political

• Climate

• Elevation

Northern mountain range that separates the Sahara Desert and a body of water

• Atlas Mountains

• Himalayas

• Rocky Mountains

• Andes Mountains

Where is the great rift valley?

Which type of map shows the boundaries of countries and major cities in Africa?

• Physical map

• Political map

• Climate map

• Resource map

What does a physical map of Africa typically display?

• Political boundaries

• Landforms and bodies of water

• Population density

• Economic activities

Which African river is prominently featured on physical maps due to its length and significance?

• Amazon River

• Nile River

• Yangtze River

• Mississippi River

Which mountain range in Africa is often highlighted on physical maps for its height and location?

• Andes Mountains

• Rocky Mountains

• Atlas Mountains

• Himalayas