Physical Geography
The largest desert in Africa (and the world) is...?
The Sahara Desert
What are the TWO dominant religions in Africa?
Islam and Christianity
What is a type of boudary that doesnt reflect cultural patters and is forced upon the poeple?
Superimposed Boundary
What is desertification?
the process by which fertile land becomes desert
The rich grasslands found in Africa are known as...?
Savanna
How many unique cultures exist in Africa?
over 1,000
What is the oldest cultural group in Africa?
the Bantu
What is the African Union?
an international organization of 55 African Countries that works to solve social, political, and economic issues
What is the longest river in Africa?
The Nile River
What is the name of the traveling storytellers that share the history of forgotten African tribes?
the Griot
What was the PURPOSE of the Berlin Conference?
What has caused the Great Rift Valley?
divergent plate boundaries
What is the plan created by environmentalists in order to prevent the Sahara Desert from spreading?
The Great Green Wall
What factor contributes to the large youth population in Africa?
High fertility rates
Apartheid occurred in which African country?
South Africa
When did MOST African countries gain their independence?
Between 1960-1970 (the 60s)
Why is Mt. Kilimanjaro referred to as a "free-standing mountain"?
Because it is not apart of a mountain range
What has led to severe conflict in Africa over the past 100 years?
superimposed boundaries placed by the Europeans
What event was happening in Europe that caused them to look to Africa for resources?
the Industrial Revolution
What mountain range is located in North Africa along the Mediterranean Sea?
The Atlas Mountains