Physical Features
Africa’s third-longest river, flows in a unique boomerang shape through West Africa, creating rich wetlands like Mali’s Inland Delta and supporting farming, fishing, trade, transportation, and millions of people.
Niger River
There are _________ countries in Africa.
54
Mt. Kilimanjaro is located in Kenya.
Mt. Kilimanjaro is located in TANZANIA.
Known as the “Roof of East Africa” and the region’s “Water Tower,” – a cool, mountainous area that receives heavy rainfall, feed major rivers like the Blue Nile, supply water for farming and ecosystems across the region, and have supported settlements and civilizations for thousands of years.
Ethiopian Highlands
Name a natural resources and explain how it is important to the entire world.
Answers vary - don't argue with the teacher if she doesn't count your answer.
A massive system of deep valleys, cliffs, and lakes stretching from the Middle East to Mozambique in East Africa, formed by tectonic plate movement and known for volcanoes, fertile land, and early human fossils.
Great Rift Valley
Africa is the ________ most populated continent in the world.
2nd
Lake Tanzania is the largest lake in Afria.
Lake Victoria is the largest lake in Afria.
The largest hot desert in the world, stretching across northern Africa – known for its vast sand dunes and extreme temperatures.
Sahara Desert
Give a reason some African countries are prone to poverty.
Answers Vary - don't argue with the teacher.
Located in northwest Africa, spanning across Morocco, Algeria, and Tunisia, where they act as a natural barrier separating the Mediterranean coastal region from the Sahara Desert.
Atlas Mountains
____________________ is the largest city in Africa and the capital city of Egypt.
Cairo
The Congo River flows north into the Mediterranean Sea.
The NILE River flows north into the Mediterranean Sea.
____________________ connects Asia to Africa, controls the Suez Canal, and has the Pyramid of Giza.
Egypt
Name 3 Modern-Day Challenges in Africa.
Choices: Poverty, Climate Change, Healthcare and Conflict
A vast ecosystem located in Tanzania and extends to parts of Kenya. It is known for its iconic savanna plains and the annual wildebeest migration.
Serengeti
Nairobi is the capital city of _____________________, and is famous for its wildlife and the Maasai Mara.
Kenya
95% of the world's gold comes from Africa.
95% of the world's DIAMONDS comes from Africa.
_____________ is the most populated country in Africa.
Nigeria
How did the Nile River help early civilizations become successful?
Provided
reliable water
fertile soil for farming
transportation for trade
resources that helped communities grow and develop strong societies
A large area in southern Africa with red sand dunes, scattered grasslands, seasonal rainfall, diverse wildlife, and a hot, dry climate with cooler nights.
Kalahari Desert
____________________ is the birth place for coffee and has a unique calendar with 13 months.
Ethiopia
The Big Five animals include: elephants, rhinoceroses, leopards, buffalo, and giraffes.
The Big Five animals include: elephants, rhinoceroses, leopards, buffalo, and LIONS.
Correct this false statement:
Cobalt, Platinum Group Metals, Diamonds, Manganese and Lithium are the top five mineral resources in Africa.
Cobalt, Platinum Group Metals, Diamonds, Manganese and GOLD are the top five mineral resources in Africa.
Name 3 responsible or ethical mining prictices.