Africa Unit 1 Re-Test

Group 1

SS7G1: Physical Geography of Africa

Group 2

SS7G4: Cultural Characteristics of Africa

 Culture and Religion
Which of the following religions is most commonly practiced in Northern Africa?

• Buddhism

• Hinduism

• Islam

• Christianity

How have traditional African religions primarily been passed down through generations?

• Written holy texts

• Oral storytelling and rituals

• Formal religious schools

• Online communities

What is one of the significant impacts of language diversity on African societies?

• It has simplified trade and communication.

• It has caused conflict and division between ethnic groups.

• It has led to the adoption of a single common language across the continent.

• It has had no effect on African cultures.

Group 3

Impact of Colonization
SS7G3: Impact of European Colonization on African Culture

Which of the following was a consequence of the Berlin Conference of 1884-1885?

• The formation of the African Union

• The division of Africa into colonies controlled by European powers

• The granting of independence to African countries

• The development of a single African language

How did European colonization most affect the borders of modern-day African countries?

• Borders were created based on ethnic and cultural groups.

• Borders were established with respect for natural features like rivers and mountains.

• Borders were drawn with little regard for existing ethnic or cultural divisions.

• Borders were removed entirely, creating a borderless continent.

What was one of the primary goals of European colonizers in Africa?

• To preserve African cultural traditions

• To develop higher education institutions

• To exploit natural resources and establish trade

• To establish peace between African ethnic groups

Group 4

History
SS7H1: Historical Understanding of Africa

What was apartheid?

• A system of racial segregation in South Africa

• An economic policy to redistribute wealth in Africa

• A movement to unite all African countries under one government

• A natural resource management program

Who was a major leader in the fight against apartheid in South Africa?

• Kwame Nkrumah

• Jomo Kenyatta

• Nelson Mandela

• Haile Selassie

Which of the following was a common outcome of independence movements in African countries during the mid-20th century?

• Immediate economic stability and growth

• Peaceful transitions to democratic governments

• Political instability and civil conflict

• Unification of all African countries into one nation