The People of the Region
Life in Rural/ Urban areas
Urban Life and Population Patterns
Health Challenges in Southern Africa
General Knowledge of Southern Africa
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Which racial group makes up most of Southern Africa’s population?
Black Africans
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What materials are commonly used to build rural houses?
Mud bricks, sticks, and clay.
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Name one major city in Southern Africa.
Johannesburg
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Name one disease that is widespread in Southern Africa.
Malaria / Cholera / Dysentery / Tuberculosis
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Which country in Southern Africa has three capital cities?
South Africa: Pretoria, Cape Town, Bloemfontein
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Why does South Africa have a larger white population than other countries in the region?
Because of long-term European settlement during colonial rule.
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What is subsistence farming?
Farming mainly to feed one’s family, not for selling.
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Why are cities growing quickly in Southern Africa?
People move to cities to find jobs.
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Why is life expectancy in Southern Africa so low?
Because of poor rural health care, widespread disease, HIV/AIDS, and malnutrition.
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Which country’s flag is this?
Namibia
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Which country is likely to have many languages spoken daily, and why?
South Africa, because it has many ethnic groups and 10 official languages.
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How do rural families earn money besides farming?
By selling crafts or goods at periodic markets.
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Where would you expect housing shortages to be more common—cities or villages? Why?
Cities, because population growth is faster.
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Why is HIV/AIDS considered a social problem as well as a health problem?
It breaks families, creates orphans, and weakens the economy.
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Which is the most densely populated country in Southern Africa?
A. Zambia
B. the Republic of South Africa
C. Madagascar
D. Malawi
D. Malawi
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How might ethnic diversity affect communication in Southern Africa?
It can make communication challenging but also enrich culture through many languages and traditions.
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How was village life in Southern Africa changed in recent times?
Many men travel to cities for work and send money home.
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How has rapid urban growth caused health problems?
It strains water and sanitation systems, spreading disease.
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How does malnutrition affect infant mortality?
It weakens children and increases the risk of death.
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Which is the longest river in Southern Africa?
A. Kariba
B. Congo
C. Great Karoo
D. Zambezi
Zambezi
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Do you think having many languages is more of a challenge or a strength for Southern Africa? Explain.
It is a strength because it reflects cultural richness, though it can create communication challenges.
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Is subsistence farming a reliable way of life today? Why or why not?
It is risky because families depend on weather and have little income security.
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Is urbanization more of an opportunity or a problem for Southern Africa?
It offers jobs but also creates overcrowding and health challenges.
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Which health issue should be addressed first to improve life expectancy? Why?
Improving rural health care, because it helps reduce many causes of death.
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What animal is it?
Desert mammal: Meerkat
The Meerkat is a member of the mongoose family. Only about 1 foot tall (30 cm), the meerkat stands by using its long tail for balance.