Understanding Africa: Facts and Misconceptions

Understanding Africa: Facts and Misconceptions

Assessment

Interactive Video

Geography, World Languages, History

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

FREE Resource

The video addresses common misconceptions about Africa, highlighting its vast geography, diverse languages, varied climates, and rich cultural heritage. It debunks myths about Africa's size, languages, climate, wildlife, and technology. The video also explores the diversity in skin pigmentation, the richness of African cuisine, and the continent's technological advancements. Additionally, it sheds light on African folklore, emphasizing the oral tradition and cultural significance of myths and deities.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common misconception about Africa?

Africa is a single country.

Africa is the largest continent.

Africa has only one language.

Africa is entirely desert.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many countries are there in Africa?

45

60

72

54

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which language is often mistakenly thought to be spoken by all Africans?

Swahili

African

Arabic

Zulu

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common misconception about Africa's climate?

Africa is always hot.

Africa has no deserts.

Africa is always cold.

Africa has no rainforests.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following animals is not native to Africa?

Tiger

Elephant

Lion

Giraffe

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What factor influences skin pigmentation according to the 2021 study?

Humidity

Altitude

UV radiation exposure

Diet

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which African dish is made from a base of tomatoes, onions, and spices?

Suya

Jollof rice

Peri Peri chicken

Yamacha

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