Unit 4: Gambia Flashcards
What proportion of Gambia’s population is classified as young dependents?
44% of the population.
What is the dependency ratio in The Gambia?
The dependency ratio is 85.
What cultural factor limited the use of contraception in The Gambia?
Religious leaders and cultural traditions opposed contraception.
How does child labor contribute to The Gambia’s economy?
Children help with crop production and tending animals.
What proportion of children aged 10–14 are working in The Gambia?
One in three children aged 10–14 are working.
What was the infant mortality rate in The Gambia in 2012?
70 per 1,000 live births.
What challenges do parents in The Gambia face due to population pressure?
Overcrowding, lack of sanitation, and low wages.
Why is deforestation occurring at a rapid rate in The Gambia?
Trees are being chopped down for firewood.
How have schools in The Gambia adapted to accommodate large numbers of students?
By operating a two-shift system with different groups attending morning and afternoon sessions.
What government intervention has helped reduce fertility rates in The Gambia?
A family planning campaign accepted by religious leaders.
What was the change in The Gambia’s total fertility rate from 1970 to 2013?
It fell from 6.1 in 1970 to 5.6 in 2013.
