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WorksheetsSub-Saharan Africa
Total questions: 13
Worksheet time: 7mins
How has the history of Sub-Saharan Africa contributed to political instability in some nations of the region?
The devastation of the Second World War has left some nations struggling to recover.
The end of foreign aid to the region is leaving many without proper food and medicine.
The end of European colonization left some nations struggling to form effective
governments.
The migration of the Bantu-speaking people across national boundaries has caused a
clash of cultures.
English and French have become common languages spoken in Sub-Saharan Africa because
of —?
a history of European colonization in the region
the migration of many missionaries to the region
a tradition of learning multiple languages in the region
an established system of Christian schools in the region
In what way did European colonization of Sub-Saharan Africa affect economic development in the region?
Most economies primarily export natural resources.
Command economies became a common institution.
Traditional economies were encouraged to continue.
Industrial economies were established in most nations.
Many conflicts in Sub-Saharan Africa resulted from the way the European colonists --
mined the region for resources
educated different ethnic groups
distributed farm land amongst the settlers
established boundary lines between nations
Based on the information in the excerpt, griots and griottes are an example of the influence
of tradition in the culture of Sub-Saharan Africa because they continue to —
record historical events in Africa
advise important political leaders
educate others about their culture
produce most of Africa’s literature
Bishop Desmond Tutu and Nelson Mandela were both honored as Nobel Peace Prize recipients because of their commitment to —
ending racial injustice
protecting the environment
building schools for the poor
spreading Christian teachings
Which mountain in Tanzania is Africa’s highest peak?
Mount Kenya
Mount Everest
Mount McKinley
Mount Kilimanjaro
Which number indicates the location of Nigeria?
1
2
3
4
Which number indicates the location of South Africa?
1
2
3
4
Which economic indicator is the best evidence that South Africa's economic development is
not considered “more developed?”
GDP
Literacy Rates
Urban Population
Population below the poverty line
South Africa’s economy is ranked thirtieth (30) in the world in terms of gross domestic product (GDP), yet has very high poverty rates. Which level of economic development best characterizes South Africa?
Less Developed
More Developed
Underdeveloped
Newly Developed
According to the data, which country likely has the most developed economy?
Kenya
Nigeria
Rwanda
Uganda
The government of South Africa adopted the system of apartheid in order to —
Outlaw Protests
Create Single-Party Rule
Enforce strict racial segregation
Make Afrikaans the National Language
