Africa Vocab

Cultural Diffusion

• The spread of cultural beliefs and practices between regions, evident throughout African history.

• The isolation of cultural practices within a single region.

• The adoption of foreign languages without any cultural exchange.

• The decline of cultural practices due to globalization.

Kilimanjaro

• The tallest mountain in Africa, located in Tanzania.

• A famous volcano in Hawaii.

• The highest peak in the Alps.

• A mountain range in the Himalayas.

Colonialism

• The practice of European powers taking control of African territories during the 19th and 20th centuries.

• A form of government where citizens have direct control over their leaders.

• The economic system where trade is conducted without tariffs or restrictions.

• A cultural movement that promotes the arts and sciences in society.

Apartheid

• A system of racial segregation that existed in South Africa until the early 1990s.

• A political party in South Africa that promoted equality.

• A cultural festival celebrated in South Africa.

• An economic policy aimed at boosting trade in South Africa.

Plateau

• A large, flat elevated area of land, common across the African continent.

• A low-lying area of land that is often flooded.

• A steep, rocky mountain range.

• A type of valley formed by erosion.

Congo Basin

• A region in Africa known for its deserts.

• The rainforest region surrounding the Congo River, rich in biodiversity.

• A mountainous area in South America.

• A coastal region in Australia.

Nile River

• The longest river in the world, flowing through northeastern Africa.

• A major river in South America, known for its biodiversity.

• A river in Europe famous for its historical significance.

• The largest river in Asia, flowing through China.

Savanna

• A type of desert with little vegetation.

• A grassy plain with scattered trees, found in regions like East and Southern Africa.

• A dense forest with a variety of wildlife.

• A mountainous region with high elevation.

Nomadic Herding

• A traditional way of life in Africa where people move with their livestock in search of grazing.

• A farming technique that involves planting crops in fixed locations.

• A method of fishing that relies on seasonal migrations of fish.

• A type of urban lifestyle characterized by permanent settlements.

Sahara Desert

• The largest hot desert in the world, covering much of North Africa.

• A vast cold desert located in Antarctica.

• A desert known for its lush vegetation and wildlife.

• The smallest desert in the world, located in Europe.