Physical Geography
Which region of Sub-Saharan Africa is known for its rainforests, thick vegetation, and major waterways?
Central Africa
Why might the soil in Sub-Saharan Africa become less fertile?
Desertification
What was the primary goal of imperialism in Africa?
Gaining power and resources
What was the main purpose of apartheid in South Africa?
To legally separate races
What has been the impact of the Syrian Civil War on the country’s political stability?
Decreased political stability
Which factor is MOST likely to have had the greatest impact on human settlement patterns in Sub-Saharan Africa?
Proximity to water sources needed for subsistence farming
What is one method mentioned to improve agricultural practices in Sub-Saharan Africa?
Implementing crop rotation
What was the Berlin Conference
A meeting of European countries to split up the African continent.
Which organization was formed to protest unfair laws in South Africa?
African National Congress (ANC)
How did the Syrian government respond to peaceful protests at the beginning of the conflict?
By violently suppressing the demonstrators
How does climate relate to population distribution?
Most people prefer to live in climates that aren’t too hot or too cold.
What natural resources are abundant in Southern Africa?
Gold, diamonds, and copper
What long-term impact did European colonialism have on sub-Saharan Africa?
Created borders that divided cultural groups
How did the Bantu Migration contribute to the spread of culture in Africa?
By sharing languages and knowledge of iron tools
What are two main reasons for the Syrian uprising?
Lack of basic freedoms and Difficult economic times
The climate of Southern Africa can be described as —
Temperate
Which two physical geographic factors affect settlement patterns and population distributions?
Landforms and climate
What does the term "Scramble for Africa" refer to?
The European rush to colonize Africa
How did the kingdom of Ghana become wealthy?
By controlling trade routes and commercial activities
How has the Syrian conflict impacted the economy of Syria?
It has made the economy more unstable.
How have some countries in Sub-Saharan Africa used their mineral profits?
To improve education and healthcare
What is one of the main environmental challenges faced by countries in Sub-Saharan Africa?
Erosion
Which African country successfully resisted European colonization by 1914?
Ethiopia
What was a primary characteristic of the kingdom of Mali under Mansa Musa?
Center of Islamic culture and education.
According to President Obama, what action by the Syrian government was considered a reason for the United States to get involved in the Syrian conflict?
Use of chemical weapons on Syrians