Geography Exam 3 Study Quiz
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Is the leading cause of death in South Africa.
This quiz assesses knowledge on African geography, covering major cities, historical states, and language families in Subsaharan Africa.
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What former ancient West African city was once a thriving center of commerce and learning but today is often referred to in terms of it remote location and isolation?
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Bissau
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Benin
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Timbuktu
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A. TimbuktuExplanation
Timbuktu is the correct answer because it was once a prosperous city known for its vibrant trade and intellectual activities in ancient West Africa. However, today it is often characterized by its remote location and isolation, as it is situated in the Sahara Desert and has limited access to modern infrastructure. This has contributed to its reputation as a distant and isolated place.Rate this question:
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What is Subsaharan Africa's most populous city and country?
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Lagos, Nigeria
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Cape Town, South Africa
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Yamoussoukro, Ivory Coast
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Nairobi, Kenya
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A. Lagos, NigeriaExplanation
Lagos, Nigeria is the correct answer because it is the most populous city in Subsaharan Africa. With a population of over 14 million people, Lagos is not only the largest city in Nigeria but also in the entire African continent. It is a major economic and cultural hub, attracting people from all over the country and beyond. Lagos is known for its vibrant nightlife, bustling markets, and diverse population, making it the most populous city in Subsaharan Africa.Rate this question:
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What are the two subfamilies of this dominant language family and which is the most pervasive in this geographic realm?
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Nilotic and Kordofanian, Kordofanian
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Niger-Congo and Kordofanian, Niger-Congo
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Niger-Congo and Nilotic, Nilotic
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Saharan and Kordofanian, Saharan
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A. Niger-Congo and Kordofanian, Niger-CongoExplanation
Niger-Congo and Kordofanian are the two subfamilies of the dominant language family in this geographic realm. Among these two, Niger-Congo is the most pervasive subfamily.Rate this question:
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What proportion of the Earth's total land surface does Africa represent?
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1/5
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2/3
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1/3
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1/4
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A. 1/5Explanation
Africa represents approximately 1/5 of the Earth's total land surface. This means that out of the total land area on Earth, Africa covers one-fifth or 20% of it.Rate this question:
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What is the dominant language family in Subsaharan Africa?
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Indo-European
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Afro-Asiatic
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Niger-Congo
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Nilo-Saharan
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A. Niger-CongoExplanation
The dominant language family in Subsaharan Africa is Niger-Congo. This language family includes over 1,500 languages and is spoken by the majority of people in the region. It is characterized by a wide range of languages, including Bantu, Yoruba, Swahili, and many others. The Niger-Congo language family has a significant influence on the linguistic diversity and cultural heritage of Subsaharan Africa.Rate this question:
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What is Africa's oldest known state?
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Liberia
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Sierra Leone
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Senegal
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Ghana
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A. GhanaExplanation
Ghana is considered Africa's oldest known state because it was the center of the ancient Ghana Empire, which existed from the 4th to the 13th century. The empire was known for its wealth and control over the trans-Saharan trade routes, particularly in gold and salt. It had a centralized government, organized military, and a complex system of taxation. The empire's decline eventually led to the rise of other states in the region, but Ghana's historical significance as a powerful and influential state remains.Rate this question:
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How many people in the world are living with AIDS/HIV, and what percentage is in Africa?
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60 million, 80%
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13 million, 50%
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21 million, 95%
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33 million, 67%
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A. 33 million, 67%Explanation
33 million people are living with AIDS/HIV worldwide, which accounts for approximately 67% of the total number of cases. This indicates that Africa has a significant burden of HIV/AIDS, as it is home to a large proportion of the global HIV/AIDS population.Rate this question:
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Where did the great Bantu migration originate?
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Present Day Nigeria/Cameroon
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Liberia
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Burkina Faso
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South Africa
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A. Present Day Nigeria/CameroonExplanation
The great Bantu migration originated in present-day Nigeria/Cameroon. This region is believed to be the homeland of the Bantu people, who gradually migrated and spread across much of sub-Saharan Africa. The Bantu migration is considered one of the largest population movements in human history and played a significant role in shaping the cultural, linguistic, and genetic diversity of the African continent.Rate this question:
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What language group forms the largest branch of this subfamily, making it the most widespread language group in Africa?
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English
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Swahili
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Bantu
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Hausa
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A. BantuExplanation
Bantu is the correct answer because it forms the largest branch of this subfamily and is the most widespread language group in Africa. The Bantu languages are spoken by over 400 million people in Africa, making it the largest language group in the continent. These languages are spoken in countries such as Nigeria, South Africa, Kenya, Tanzania, and many others. Bantu languages have a significant impact on the linguistic diversity and cultural heritage of Africa.Rate this question:
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Name the four types of the Ebola virus.
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Ebola Zaire, Ebola Reston, Ebola Ivory Coast, Ebola Sudan
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Ebola Liberia, Ebola Zaire, Ebola Oklahoma, Ebola South Africa
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Ebola Sudan, Ebola Sierra Leone, Ebola Senegal, Ebola Niger
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Ebola Nigeria, Ebola Burkina Faso, Ebola Kenya, Ebola Rwanda
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A. Ebola Zaire, Ebola Reston, Ebola Ivory Coast, Ebola SudanExplanation
The correct answer is Ebola Zaire, Ebola Reston, Ebola Ivory Coast, Ebola Sudan. These are the four types of the Ebola virus. Each type is named after the location where it was first identified. Ebola Zaire is the most common and deadliest type, responsible for the majority of Ebola outbreaks. Ebola Reston is the only type that does not cause severe disease in humans. Ebola Ivory Coast and Ebola Sudan have also caused outbreaks in the past, but they are less common compared to Ebola Zaire.Rate this question:
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