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africa Flashcards

1
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What is the largest country in Africa by land area?

A

Algeria

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2
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True or False: Africa is the second-largest continent in the world.

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True

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3
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What river is the longest in Africa?

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The Nile River

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4
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Fill in the blank: The Sahara Desert is primarily located in ______.

A

North Africa

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5
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Which African country is known as the ‘Rainbow Nation’?

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South Africa

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6
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What is the capital city of Egypt?

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Cairo

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7
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Name one of the two landlocked countries in Southern Africa.

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Botswana or Lesotho

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8
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Which major mountain range is located in East Africa?

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The Ethiopian Highlands

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9
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True or False: Mount Kilimanjaro is the highest mountain in Africa.

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True

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10
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What is the primary language spoken in Algeria?

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Arabic

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11
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Which body of water lies to the north of Africa?

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The Mediterranean Sea

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12
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What is the main economic activity in many African countries?

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Agriculture

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13
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Which African country was never colonized?

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Ethiopia

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14
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Name the largest lake in Africa.

A

Lake Victoria

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15
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What is the predominant religion in North Africa?

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Islam

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16
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True or False: Africa has the highest number of countries of any continent.

A

True

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17
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Which African city is known for its historical significance as a trade center?

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Timbuktu

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18
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Fill in the blank: The Great Rift Valley runs through ______.

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Eastern Africa

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19
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What is the term for the practice of cutting down trees in Africa, often leading to deforestation?

A

Logging

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20
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Which desert is the largest hot desert in the world?

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The Sahara Desert

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21
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What animal is often referred to as the ‘King of the Jungle’?

A

Lion

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22
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What is the primary export of many African nations?

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Minerals and natural resources

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23
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True or False: Africa is home to the largest population of elephants.

A

True

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24
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What is the main currency used in South Africa?

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Rand

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25
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Which two oceans border Africa?

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The Atlantic Ocean and the Indian Ocean

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26
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What is the primary language spoken in Nigeria?

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English

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27
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Fill in the blank: The Maasai people are primarily found in ______ and ______.

A

Kenya and Tanzania

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28
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Who was the first black president of South Africa?

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Nelson Mandela

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29
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What type of climate is found in the majority of sub-Saharan Africa?

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Tropical climate

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30
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True or False: The Congo River is the second longest river in Africa.

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True

31
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What is the significance of the Serengeti National Park?

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It is known for its wildlife and the Great Migration.

32
Q

Which African country has the largest population?

A

Nigeria

33
Q

Fill in the blank: The city of ______ is known as the economic capital of Nigeria.

A

Lagos

34
Q

What is the main purpose of the African Union?

A

To promote unity and cooperation among African states.

35
Q

Which two countries are separated by the Zambezi River?

A

Zambia and Zimbabwe

36
Q

True or False: The Baobab tree is often referred to as the ‘Tree of Life’ in Africa.

A

True

37
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What is the largest ethnic group in Africa?

A

The Hausa

38
Q

Which African country is famous for its pyramids?

A

Egypt

39
Q

Fill in the blank: The ______ is a traditional African dance that is performed during ceremonies.

A

Ngoma

40
Q

What is the predominant climate zone in the Sahara Desert?

A

Arid climate

41
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Which African country is known for its coffee production?

A

Ethiopia

42
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What is the main source of income for most people in rural Africa?

A

Subsistence farming

43
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True or False: Africa is home to more than 1,500 different languages.

A

True

44
Q

What is the primary reason for the population growth in Africa?

A

High birth rates

45
Q

Which African country is known for its wildlife safaris?

A

Kenya

46
Q

Fill in the blank: The ______ is the longest mountain range in Africa.

A

Atlas Mountains

47
Q

Who was the famous civil rights leader from South Africa?

A

Nelson Mandela

48
Q

What is the primary agricultural product of Egypt?

A

Wheat

49
Q

True or False: The African continent is rich in natural resources such as gold and diamonds.

A

True

50
Q

What is the primary environmental concern facing Africa today?

A

Deforestation

51
Q

Which African country has the highest GDP?

A

Nigeria

52
Q

Fill in the blank: The ______ region of Africa is known for its rainforests.

A

Central Africa

53
Q

What is the official language of the African Union?

A

Arabic, English, French, Portuguese, Spanish, and Swahili

54
Q

Which African city is known for its historical significance as a center for slave trade?

A

Ghana (Cape Coast)

55
Q

What is the currency used in Kenya?

A

Kenyan Shilling

56
Q

True or False: Africa has a higher percentage of youth population compared to other continents.

A

True

57
Q

What is the main purpose of the Great Green Wall initiative in Africa?

A

To combat desertification and land degradation.

58
Q

Fill in the blank: The ______ is the largest river basin in Africa.

A

Congo River Basin

59
Q

What is the primary goal of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)?

A

To create a single market for goods and services across Africa.

60
Q

Which African country is known for its rich biodiversity and endemic species?

A

Madagascar

61
Q

What is the name of the ancient kingdom located in present-day Sudan?

A

Kush

62
Q

True or False: Africa is the origin of human civilization.

A

True

63
Q

What is the capital city of Kenya?

A

Nairobi

64
Q

Fill in the blank: The ______ is a famous wildlife conservation area in Tanzania.

A

Serengeti National Park

65
Q

What is the primary function of the African Development Bank?

A

To provide financial and technical assistance for development projects.

66
Q

Which African country is known for its ancient rock-hewn churches?

A

Ethiopia

67
Q

What is the main source of conflict in many African countries?

A

Ethnic tensions and resource competition

68
Q

True or False: The African continent has the most diverse range of climates.

A

True

69
Q

What is the largest island nation in Africa?

A

Madagascar

70
Q

Fill in the blank: The ______ is the main economic hub of West Africa.

A

Lagos

71
Q

Which African country is known for its unique culture and heritage, including the Zulu and Xhosa tribes?

A

South Africa

72
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What is the most widely spoken language in Africa?

A

Swahili

73
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True or False: Africa is home to the world’s largest desert.

A

True

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