Physical features of ancient egypt and kush.
What major river was central to the development of ancient Egypt and Kush?
Nile river
What role did traditional coronation ceremonies play in African societies before and after independence?
Bestowing a chieftaincy title
What are the main forms of government found in african countries
Presidental republic
What is apartheid and where did it take place
It was the system of racial segergation and it took place in south africa
What are the major mountain ranges
Himalayans, Kunlun mountains and the Tien shan mountains
How did the Nile river influence agriculture in both Egypt and Kush?
Provided dark rich slit that gave the Egyptians rich soil for farming
How did the process of independence influence traditional leadership and coronation ceremonies in African countries?
Ethnic and Regional leaders became aware that the european powers could not hold on to their colonies forever
How does the african union influenece governance across the continent
by promoting democratic principles and instutions.
How did the laws of it affect daily life in south africa
People were forced to live in segregated areas, schools were segregated, public facilites, social interaction and voting
What types of climate zones are found
Tropical rainforest, Tropical monsoon, tropical savanna, humid subtropical, and highland
What role did deserts like the Sahara and Eastern desert play in the protection of Egypt and Kush?
Barriers giving them protection from outside threats.
In what ways did independence movement in Africa challenge or support traditional monarchies
end their countries colonial rule and preserve their traditional culture
What role do traditional leaders play in african governments
collect informal taxes, influence voting, and implement local development projects
What were the key events that led to the establishment of apartheid
Colonial era, Union of south africa, natives land act, rise of afrikaner nationalism, 1948 national party victory, then the implement of apartheid
How has the rugged terrian affected transportation and settlement patterns in the region
Greatly affected.
How did the cataracts of the Nile affect travel and trade
Form an obstacle for the navgation of boats
How has colonial history impacted the political systems of the african nations
transformation of africas socioeconomic systems
What natural resources were abundant in Kush that influenced its economy?
Gold, Ivory, iron, ebony and timber and agricultural products