Africa's Geography
Name two major rivers in Africa.
Nile, Congo, Niger, etc.
What is desertification?
Spread of desert due to climate change/overuse
What is the difference between an autocratic and a democratic government?
Autocratic = one ruler, Democratic = citizens vote
Define a traditional economy.
Based on customs, traditions, bartering
What is specialization?
Focusing on one product/service for trade
Which desert is the largest in Africa?
Sahara Desert
What impact does water pollution have
Hurts irrigation, trade, drinking water
Name two types of democratic governments.
Parliamentary, Presidential
What three questions do all economic systems answer?
What, How, For whom to produce
What is a tariff?
Tax on imports
What is the climate of the savanna?
Hot with seasonal rains
How does poor soil affect farming?
Reduces crop yield, leads to food shortages
Which type of democracy does South Africa have?
Parliamentary democracy
What is a command economy?
Government controls production
What is a quota?
Limit on imports
How does geography affect where people live?
Access to water, arable land
How does deforestation contribute to poor soil quality?
Loss of nutrients, erosion
Which type of democracy does Nigeria have?
Presidential democracy
How does a mixed economy combine elements of command and market?
Both government & individuals make decisions
What is an embargo?
Ban on trade with a country
How does the savanna’s climate make it important for trade and settlement?
Supports farming, grazing, and trade routes
How does desertification impact Africa’s environment?
Reduces farmland, forces migration
Compare how leaders are chosen in South Africa and Nigeria.
South Africa = parliament chooses; Nigeria = direct election
Compare economic systems in South Africa and Nigeria.
Both mixed, but Nigeria more command-leaning
Give an example of how trade barriers like tariffs affect African economies
Raise prices, reduce imports/exports