Natural Resources
What natural resource is Nigeria best known for?
Oil
What is the largest desert in Africa?
The Sahara Desert
What is migration?
The movement of people from one place to another.
What is the longest river in Africa?
The Nile River
What is Africa’s largest country by area?
Algeria
Name two valuable minerals found in Africa
Gold and Diamonds
Name a climate zone found in Africa.
Tropical, desert, or savanna
Name one reason why people migrate within Africa.
Climate change, economic opportunities, or political conflict
Why do many African cities develop near water sources?
Water is needed for drinking, farming, and trade.
What is the capital of South Africa?
Pretoria, Bloemfontein, and Cape Town
How do natural resources impact African economies?
They drive trade and industry but can also cause conflicts.
How does climate affect agriculture in Africa?
Some areas are fertile while others struggle with droughts
What is desertification, and how does it affect migration?
The expansion of deserts forces people to move to find better living conditions.
What is the Great Rift Valley, and where is it located?
A large geological fault system in East Africa.
Name a language spoken in Africa other than English or French.
Swahili, Arabic, Zulu, etc.
What is one effect of a country having a large amount of natural resources?
It can create wealth but also lead to exploitation or conflict
What is the Sahel, and why is it important?
It is a semi-arid region between the Sahara and savanna, experiencing desertification.
How does urbanization affect African cities?
Cities grow rapidly, sometimes leading to overcrowding and infrastructure challenges.
How does Africa’s geography influence trade?
Rivers and coastlines facilitate trade, but deserts can be barriers.
What is a major challenge facing Africa today related to geography?
Climate change, deforestation, desertification, etc.
What happens to African countries that lack access to major natural resources?
They may struggle economically and rely on imports.
How does vegetation affect where people live?
Areas with fertile land attract more people, while deserts are less populated.
Name one push factor and one pull factor that influence migration in Africa.
Push – war, drought; Pull – jobs, safety.
Why are some regions of Africa more densely populated than others?
Availability of water, fertile land, and economic opportunities.
How did colonialism shape Africa’s modern political borders?
European powers divided the land without considering ethnic or cultural groups.