Geography & Environment (G4)
Why do most people in the Sahara live near the Nile River or Mediterranean Coast?
Because those areas have access to water, fertile soil, and trade routes.
How did the Berlin Conference cause conflict in Africa?
Europeans divided Africa without considering ethnic or cultural boundaries.
What does literacy mean?
The ability to read and write.
What is human capital?
The skills, knowledge, and education of a country’s workers.
What type of economy is based on customs and traditions?
A traditional economy.
This African river is the longest river in the world?
The Nile River.
What was the National Party trying to do through apartheid?
Separate races and keep power in the hands of white South Africans.
How do literacy rates affect the standard of living?
Higher literacy = better jobs, higher income, and improved living conditions.
How does investing in human capital increase GDP?
Education and training make workers more productive.
What’s the main religion practiced in North Africa?
Islam
Which statements describe the location of Lake Victoria?
It’s south of Sudan and west of Kenya.
Who was imprisoned for fighting apartheid?
Nelson Mandela.
Which country has the highest literacy rate?
South Africa.
In which country is investment in capital goods most beneficial?
Nigeria, because many companies still use outdated machines.
What’s the difference between an ethnic and a religious group?
Ethnic = ancestry and language, Religious = beliefs and faith.
How does geography affect where people live in Africa?
People live near water and fertile land for farming, jobs, and trade.
What did Jomo Kenyatta inspire in Kenya?
The independence movement and self-government.
What can we infer about a country with low literacy rates?
It likely has a lower GDP and more poverty.
What’s the difference between human and physical capital?
Human = people and skills, Physical = tools, machines, and equipment.
What type of government allows citizens to vote and elect representatives?
Democracy.
What natural resource makes Nigeria’s economy strong?
Oil (petroleum).
What was the goal of the Pan-African Movement?
To unite Africans and promote cooperation and independence.
What’s the best way to raise the standard of living?
Invest in education and job training.
How do stable governments affect the economy?
They create safe environments for business and growth.
What is a major obstacle to entrepreneurship in Nigeria?
Government corruption and political instability.