Chapter 20 Team Test

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    What is one reason the death rate in Africa south of the Sahara is so high?

    • Heart disease
    • Obesity
    • Tuberculosis
    • Lack of clean water
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Chapter 20 Team Test explores the impact of European trading and colonization on Africa, focusing on the slave trade, political motives, and resource challenges. It assesses understanding of historical and geographical dynamics, especially related to population issues in Africa south of the Sahara.

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  • 2. 

    Which is the most widely spoken language in Africa south of the Sahara?

    • Swahili

    • Hausa

    • Yoruba

    • English

    Correct Answer
    A. Swahili
    Explanation
    Swahili is the most widely spoken language in Africa south of the Sahara because it is the official language of several countries in the region, including Tanzania, Kenya, and Uganda. It is also commonly spoken as a lingua franca among different ethnic groups. Swahili's widespread use can be attributed to its historical role as a trade language along the East African coast, as well as its promotion as a national language by post-colonial governments.

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  • 3. 

    When Europeans began trading with African societies, the African slave trade...

    • Grew.

    • Began.

    • Diminished.

    • Was abolished.

    Correct Answer
    A. Grew.
    Explanation
    When Europeans began trading with African societies, the African slave trade grew. This is because European traders saw the opportunity to exploit the African population and began importing large numbers of African slaves to work on plantations in the Americas. The demand for slaves increased as European colonies in the Americas expanded, leading to the growth of the African slave trade.

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    Why did European countries carve Africa into colonies in the 1800s?

    • To promote the slave trade

    • For profit and political advantage

    • To spread Islamic beliefs

    • To develop African economies

    Correct Answer
    A. For profit and political advantage
    Explanation
    European countries carved Africa into colonies in the 1800s for profit and political advantage. During this time, European powers sought to exploit Africa's vast resources, such as rubber, diamonds, gold, and other valuable commodities, to fuel their own industrialization and economic growth. Additionally, establishing colonies in Africa gave European countries strategic advantages, such as control over important trade routes and access to new markets. The scramble for Africa was driven by a desire to amass wealth and power, rather than promoting the slave trade, spreading Islamic beliefs, or developing African economies.

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    What is the most serious problem related to population growth in Africa south of the Sahara?

    • Racial conflict

    • Too many people in villages

    • Not enough food

    • Too many immigrants

    Correct Answer
    A. Not enough food
    Explanation
    The most serious problem related to population growth in Africa south of the Sahara is not enough food. This region is facing significant challenges in providing adequate food for its growing population. Factors such as climate change, limited agricultural resources, and inadequate infrastructure contribute to food scarcity. Insufficient access to nutritious food leads to malnutrition, hunger, and even famine, impacting the overall well-being and development of the population.

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