Africa -Our Continent Flashcards
What is the equator?
The equator is an imaginary line that goes round the middle of the earth and devides the earth into two halves.
What is every country in Africa separated by?
An international border. Sometimes borders follow rivers or mountains.
Where are the poles and what are they called?
They are at the opposite ends of the earth and are called the North Pole and the South Pole.
Name the eight points of the compass .
NORTH SOUTH EAST WEST NORTH EAST NORTH WEST SOUTH EAST SOUTH WEST
When trying to find a direction where should you stand?
Stand at a fixed point.
What do you call countries with no coastlines?
Landlocked
What is the capital city of a country?
It is where the leaders and officials of a country work.
What does a physical map show?
A physical map shows high and low areas , mountains, rivers and lakes.
How does a physical map show height above sea level?
By colour shading.
What do you have to have with you when you cross an international border?
A Passport.
Name a landlocked country in Africa
Zimbabwe
Does Africa have countries north and south of the equator?
Yes it does, it also has countries on the equator.
What is an island?
An island is a piece of land surrounded by water.
What is the biggest island surrounding afrika
Madagascar
Is Zanzibar a country?
No! Zanzibar is part of the country Tanzania
