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Facts about Africa

Total questions: 20

Worksheet time: 10mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Famous European artist

a)

Picasso

b)

Van Gogh

c)

Monet

d)

Dali

2.

The Nile River, the longest river on Earth, is in Africa.

a)

True

b)

False

c)

It is in South America.

d)

It is in Asia.

3.

The Great Wall of China is located in Asia.

a)

It was built to protect Chinese states from invasions.

b)

It was constructed for trade purposes.

c)

It serves as a tourist attraction only.

d)

It was built to mark the boundary of China.

4.

Africa is the 2nd largest continent.

a)

True

b)

False

c)

It is the largest continent.

d)

It is the smallest continent.

5.

Wildlife in Antarctica

a)

Filled with wildlife like penguins, seals, and whales

b)

Home to a variety of tropical birds

c)

Known for its dense forests and jungles

d)

A desert with minimal animal life

6.

Adaptations of Antarctic animals

a)

Thick blubber and waterproof feathers

b)

Thin fur and high metabolism

c)

Bright colors and long limbs

d)

Short legs and large ears

7.

Africa is the world’s largest supplier of cocoa beans.

a)

True

b)

False

c)

Asia

d)

South America

8.

Percentage of the world's freshwater in Antarctica

a)

About 50% of the world's freshwater

b)

About 70% of the world's freshwater

c)

About 30% of the world's freshwater

d)

About 90% of the world's freshwater

9.

What natural resources are found in Australia?

a)

Coal, iron ore, copper, gold, and natural gas

b)

Silver, lead, zinc, and uranium

c)

Oil, diamonds, and bauxite

d)

Limestone, marble, and granite

10.

Africa is located in the Eastern Hemisphere.

a)

True

b)

False

c)

Partially True

d)

Not Applicable

11.

Restrictions of the Antarctic Treaty

a)

Prevents military activity and mineral misuse

b)

Allows unrestricted military presence

c)

Permits mineral extraction for research

d)

Encourages tourism and commercial fishing

12.

Famous European writer

a)

William Shakespeare

b)

Leo Tolstoy

c)

Mark Twain

d)

Gabriel Garcia Marquez

13.

Ancient civilizations in Europe

a)

Romans and Greeks

b)

Vikings and Celts

c)

Franks and Goths

d)

Byzantines and Ottomans

14.

The Sahara Desert in Africa is about the size of the USA.

a)

True

b)

False

c)

Approximately half the size of the USA

d)

Twice the size of the USA

15.

Asia is the largest continent on Earth.

a)

Asia is known for its vast size and diverse cultures.

b)

Asia is the smallest continent on Earth.

c)

Asia is primarily a desert region.

d)

Asia is known for its cold climate.

16.

The "Big Five" animals in Africa are elephants, lions, rhinoceroses, leopards, and buffalo.

a)

True

b)

False

c)

Only elephants and lions

d)

All animals in Africa

17.

Major part of Europe’s economy

a)

Tourism

b)

Agriculture

c)

Manufacturing

d)

Technology

18.

The Himalayas are the largest mountain range in the world. What do they separate?

a)

The deserts of the Arabian Peninsula from the Mediterranean Sea.

b)

The plains of the Indian subcontinent from the Tibetan Plateau.

c)

The forests of North America from the Arctic tundra.

d)

The mountains of Europe from the plains of Asia.

19.

Endangered animals are those in danger of disappearing forever.

a)

Conservation efforts are crucial to protect these species.

b)

Endangered animals are thriving in their natural habitats.

c)

All animals are considered endangered at some point in their lives.

d)

Conservation efforts are unnecessary for animal survival.

20.

India and Japan have democratic governments.

a)

Both countries hold regular elections to choose their leaders.

b)

Both countries have a monarchy system.

c)

Both countries are governed by a single party.

d)

Both countries have no elections at all.