Impact of Akosombo Dam and Electricity Access

The video discusses the disparity in electricity access across Africa, highlighting Ghana's unique approach to achieving high electricity access by constructing the Akosombo Dam. This project involved significant sacrifices, including flooding land and displacing people, but it enabled Ghana to power its aluminum industry and export electricity. The video also touches on the historical context of Ghana's colonial past and its natural resources, particularly bauxite. Despite challenges, Ghana's efforts have resulted in one of the highest electricity access rates in Africa.

Which region in Africa has nearly universal access to electricity?

• Sub-Saharan Africa

• North Africa

• Central Africa

• East Africa

What major sacrifice did Ghana make to improve its electricity access?

• Building a nuclear power plant

• Flooding a large portion of its land

• Investing in solar energy

• Importing electricity from neighboring countries

What was the primary purpose of the Akosombo Dam in Ghana?

• To provide water for agriculture

• To generate hydroelectric power

• To create a tourist attraction

• To control flooding

What is the significance of Lake Volta in the context of the Akosombo Dam?

• It is a source of drinking water for Ghana

• It is a major tourist destination

• It is the largest man-made lake in history

• It is the largest natural lake in Africa

Which countries benefit from the electricity generated by the Akosombo Dam?

• Mali and Burkina Faso

• Ivory Coast and Liberia

• Togo and Benin

• Nigeria and Cameroon

What was a major consequence for the local population due to the creation of Lake Volta?

• Displacement of thousands of people

• Improved fishing opportunities

• Enhanced tourism industry

• Increased agricultural productivity

What percentage of the Akosombo Dam's electricity was initially allocated to the aluminum plant in Tema?

• 20%

• 50%

• 100%

• 80%

What was one of the criticisms faced by the Ghanaian government regarding the Akosombo Dam project?

• Environmental degradation

• Neocolonialism

• Poor construction quality

• Lack of funding

What is the primary focus of the Brilliant platform mentioned in the video?

• STEM education

• Art and design

• History and culture

• Language learning

What is the main advantage of using Brilliant for learning, as highlighted in the video?

• One-on-one tutoring

• Free access to all courses

• Hands-on learning through puzzles

• Access to live lectures