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WorksheetsAfrica Geography Part 2: Enviro, Trade, Culture
Total questions: 82
Worksheet time: 50mins
The area indicated with the red arrow has a very low population density because it
floods annually.
is dominated by desert.
has been plagued by invasion.
is prone to outbreaks of disease.
Which African region has been negatively affected by commercial logging, excessive fuel wood consumption, and slash and burn farming techniques?
the Sahel
the Sahara
the savanna
the rainforest
Some farmers survive on subsistence farming; People depend on animal herding to make a living; People are semi-nomadic as they settle in one place until the water and grasses for grazing disappear
Sahara
Sahel
Savana
Tropical rain forest
In which region are some of Africa's most populated cities located?
Sahara
Sahel
Savanna
Tropical Rainforest
How are companies in the African Tropical Rainforest involved in trade?
They harvest rare and valuable wood that is sold around the world.
They do not want to cut down rare and valuable wood, so they fish instead.
The Congo River has too many snakes for companies to ship logs down the river.
The Congo River is a great place to swim.
How do people living in areas around Africa's rainforest usually make a living?
Mining
Logging and Agriculture
Raising Camels
Living as nomadic herders
Why are the majority of Sub-Saharan African cities located along major rivers and the coast?
they grew up because of internal tribal wars
they needed access to bodies of water for trade
the interior is filled with desert and mountains
the exterior is filled with desert and mountains
The most populated city in Africa is _______.
Cairo
Lagos
Nairobi
Mogadishu
To artificially water crops:
harmattan
tributary
oasis
irrigation
Women living in rural areas of Africa are generally involved in which economic activity?
subsistence farming
transportation
retail sales
mining
What is the world's second largest freshwater lake?
Salt Lake City
Lake Grapevine
Lake Victoria
Lake of Egypt
Barbary Lake
Which of the following would be seen in African cities? Select all that apply (at least 1 is wrong)
Open air markets
Modern city cores
Slums on the outskirts
High population density
Well maintained public transport
What are examples of pull factors that attract people to urban areas? (pick 2)
Job opportunities
Education opportunities
Natural disasters (volcanoes/hurricanes/floods)
War
Ghana grew rich because of the trade of ______ and _______.
Salt and Iron
Gold and Iron
Gold and Salt
Salt and Ore
In the Sahel region of Africa, desertification is causing the desert to spread. As plants die, the soil blows away and leaves the ground unfit for agriculture. What is a major result of desertification?
Tourists come to the region to enjoy the warm climate
As the soil blows away, it is easier to mine gold
A lack of adequate food production for the people
The development of new clean technologies to provide jobs
In the Sahel region of Africa, desertification is causing the desert to spread. As plants die, the soil blows away and leaves the ground unfit for agriculture. What is a major result of desertification?
Tourists come to the region to enjoy the warm climate
As the soil blows away, it is easier to mine gold
A lack of adequate food production for the people
The development of new clean technologies to provide jobs
The lack of clean abundant water in many countries south of the Sahara Desert (Sub-Saharan) in Africa has what economic effect?
The economies of these countries are based on technology
The majority of people have left these countries
Natural resources are abundant, so water isnt an issue
Trade and industry did not develop adequately
In the Sahel, reduced tropical rainforests and overgrazing of vegetation are causes of what?
Flooding
Hurricanes
Tornadoes
Desertification
Which northern desert was once a fertile region of farming villages and great grasslands?
Rub al-Khali
Sahara
Sahel
Kalahari
How have animals caused some of the deforestation problems in Africa?
Animals have cut down too many trees
Animals have been allowed to graze too heavily
Animals have died and have poisoned the soil
Animals have NOT eaten all of the vegetation
What is one of the major problems facing those who depend on the Nile River for their water?
The Nile River no longer has any fish
The Nile River is too shallow to be used for transportation
The river always dries up during the summer months
The water is contaminated with human and industrial waste
How did the Aswan Dam change Egyptian farming?
The dam has allowed year-round irrigation
The dam has allowed more silt to be washed down the river
The dam has increased the annual flooding of the Nile River
Many men were able to give up farming and work in construction
What is the major cause of desertification today?
The tilt in the Earth's axis
Overuse of the land by humans
Growth of cactus plants
Increased recycling
What do some people believe might lead to "water wars" in Africa in the future?
Demands to reroute water to the deserts
Competition among countries that share a river system
Demands to reroute river supplies to the rainforest
United Nations telling African nations how to share water
Why do some governments ignore industrial pollution of major rivers and waterways?
They want industries to be profitable
The people of most countries do not care about pollution
Industries always have plans in place to clean up polluted waters
Most government officials do not recognize pollution as a problem
Deforestation leads to what end result?
Water pollution
Unequal Access to Water
Desertification
Greater food production
Which of the following is an example of a problem caused by unequal distribution of water?
Students have an increased access to education
Lack of water to irrigate slows economic development
Improved transportation and trade routes
Waterborne diseases
Which of the following are causes of water pollution in Africa?
Animal and human waste
Lack of water treatment plants
Overgrazing and logging
Fertilizer and industrial waste
Slash and burn agricuture
Which statement regarding African culture is correct?
Most people in Africa speak just one language.
There are many different languages and cultures in Africa.
African culture has not been influenced by other countries.
African culture has not had an influence in other countries.
The Ashanti believe that witches, demon spirits, and fairies have power in the lives of people; ancestors are given great respect; and there are a number of rituals associated with birth, marriage, and death. This is an example of which of the predominant three religious in Africa?
Islam
Traditional Belief
Christianity
Which term refers to a group of human beings whose members identify with one another based on common language, culture, or history?
clan
minority
ethnic group
religious group
Which African ethnic groups are primarily (mostly) Islamic? Choose all the apply.
Arab
Ashanti
Bantu
Swahili
Which statements are true? Check all answers that apply.
A person can never change their ethnic group.
A person can change their ethnic group if they chose.
People of different ethnic groups can be members of the same religious group.
All members of an ethnic group must practice the same religion.
Which African ethnic groups are primarily (mostly) Islamic? Choose all the apply.
Arab
Ashanti
Bantu
Swahili
Which of these is the dominant language group of Sub-Saharan Africa?
Afro-Asiatic
Nilo-Saharan
Bantu
Khoi-San
If you are describing someone who is a member of the Ashanti people, what are you describing?
Ethnic group
Language
Religious group
Education
Which two religions are the most common in Africa?
Islam
Judaism
Buddhism
Christianity
Which of the following are ethnic groups in Africa?
Bantu
Arab
Ashanti
Muslims
Northern Africa has a large population of this ethnic group...
Swahili
Bantu
Christian
Arabs
The continent of Africa is a land of diverse regions with people of many ethnicities and religions.
True
False
What ethnic group is found in the region circled in green?
Bantu
Ashanti
Swahili
Arabs
What ethnic group is found in the region circled in yellow?
Bantu
Ashanti
Swahili
Arabs
The Ashanti people are mainly found where?
North Africa
East Coast of Africa
Great Rift Valley
West Coast of Africa
A religious group is people who
grow similar food.
share a language or religion.
share a belief in god or gods.
like to read the same literature.
Which people are important in the study of Africa because they migrated throughout the continent, bringing their language and iron tools with them?
Ashanti
Arabs
Swahili
Bantu
People who share a common language, tradition and history that have been part of their community for generations are
a religious group.
an ethnic group
a social organization
a youth group.
The Golden Stool which represents power is a significant symbol to which ethnic group?
Swahil
Ashanti
Bantu
Arab
Learning Arabic was important to African who became Muslims because?
The Qur'an is written in Arabic.
Arabic is easy to learn
Muslims were required to speak only Arabic.
Arabic was the only written language.
Which language is a mixture of Bantu and Arabic?
Swahili
Arabic
Farsi
Ashanti
Which would be an example of an ethnic group?
people who grow similar food
people who share a a language or a religion
people who share a belief in god or gods
people who like to read the same literature
Which would be an example of a religious group?
people who grow similar food
people who share a language or religion
people who share a belief in god or gos
people who like to read the same literature
What religion did the Arabs bring with them to Africa?
Islam
Judaism
Traditional Beliefs
Christianity
Why was learning Arabic important for those who became Muslims?
The Quran is written in Arabic
Arabic is an easy language to learn
Arabic was the only written language
Muslims are required to speak only Arabic
Where do most Muslims live in Africa?
Only in the Sahel
Near the southern tip of Africa
In Northern and Eastern Africa
Few Muslims live in Africa today
Where do most Ashanti live today?
Egypt
Kenya
Ghana
Morocco
What is the significance of the Golden Stool for Ashanti people?
It symbolizes the power of the Ashanti people
The stool was meant to encourage equal rights for all
The Ashanti would become rich making furniture and household goods
The Ashanti people could only worship if they were sitting on the Golden Stool
Which best describes the Bantu people?
The Bantu are nomadic people in the Sahara
The Bantu are a separate race in the northern part of the African continent
The Bantu live only in cities and towns; none of them farm or head animals anymore
They are many different people who share a related language and some cultural characteristics
Why is the Bantu migration so important in the study of Africa?
The Bantu migration led to the first settlements in the Sahara
The migration was forced by the African governments in the north
The Bantu migration brought language and iron tools across Africa
During the Bantu migration, the people refused to intermarry with Arabs or Muslims
Which best describes the religion of the Bantu people?
Most are Muslims
Most Bantu practice Animism
Nearly all are Christians
They practice a wide variety of religions
Where are the majority of the Swahili people found?
The Sahel
East Africa
North Africa
South Africa
The Swahili language is a mixture of Bantu and ...
Arabic
Muslim
Ashanti
English
What religion is most common among the Swahili language today?
Islam
Hindusim
Buddhism
Christianity
Based on the survey yesterday, what ways could I explain things better? Click all that apply
Have longer discussions with less notes
Use more videos
Give different assignments to different people based on what they already know about the topic
Tell stories about what we are learning
Many of you wanted to see me handle discipline more fairly. Which solutions do you think would help?
New seating chart where you can pick JUST 1 or 2 friends you want to sit near, but more strikes for being off task
More strikes for the people who are distracting often
Be more clear about my rules
Talk to you in private instead of in front of the class if we are having a problem
Studying in 20 -30 minutes sessions over time trains your brain to effectively remember content.
True
False
Setting a goal for each study session helps improve your progress.
True
False
Study sessions should be completed in small short chunks of time.
True
False
