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What is the largest country in Africa by land area?

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Algeria

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True or False: Africa is the second-largest continent in the world.

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True

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What river is the longest in Africa?

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The Nile River

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Fill in the blank: The Sahara Desert is primarily located in ______.

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North Africa

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Which African country is known as the ‘Rainbow Nation’?

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South Africa

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What is the capital city of Egypt?

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Cairo

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Name one of the two landlocked countries in Southern Africa.

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Botswana or Lesotho

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Which major mountain range is located in East Africa?

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The Ethiopian Highlands

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True or False: Mount Kilimanjaro is the highest mountain in Africa.

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True

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What is the primary language spoken in Algeria?

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Arabic

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Which body of water lies to the north of Africa?

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The Mediterranean Sea

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What is the main economic activity in many African countries?

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Agriculture

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Which African country was never colonized?

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Ethiopia

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Name the largest lake in Africa.

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Lake Victoria

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What is the predominant religion in North Africa?

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Islam

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True or False: Africa has the highest number of countries of any continent.

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True

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Which African city is known for its historical significance as a trade center?

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Timbuktu

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Fill in the blank: The Great Rift Valley runs through ______.

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Eastern Africa

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What is the term for the practice of cutting down trees in Africa, often leading to deforestation?

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Logging

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Which desert is the largest hot desert in the world?

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The Sahara Desert

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What animal is often referred to as the ‘King of the Jungle’?

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Lion

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What is the primary export of many African nations?

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Minerals and natural resources

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True or False: Africa is home to the largest population of elephants.

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True

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What is the main currency used in South Africa?

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Rand

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Which two oceans border Africa?
The Atlantic Ocean and the Indian Ocean
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What is the primary language spoken in Nigeria?
English
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Fill in the blank: The Maasai people are primarily found in ______ and ______.
Kenya and Tanzania
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Who was the first black president of South Africa?
Nelson Mandela
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What type of climate is found in the majority of sub-Saharan Africa?
Tropical climate
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True or False: The Congo River is the second longest river in Africa.
True
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What is the significance of the Serengeti National Park?
It is known for its wildlife and the Great Migration.
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Which African country has the largest population?
Nigeria
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Fill in the blank: The city of ______ is known as the economic capital of Nigeria.
Lagos
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What is the main purpose of the African Union?
To promote unity and cooperation among African states.
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Which two countries are separated by the Zambezi River?
Zambia and Zimbabwe
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True or False: The Baobab tree is often referred to as the 'Tree of Life' in Africa.
True
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What is the largest ethnic group in Africa?
The Hausa
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Which African country is famous for its pyramids?
Egypt
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Fill in the blank: The ______ is a traditional African dance that is performed during ceremonies.
Ngoma
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What is the predominant climate zone in the Sahara Desert?
Arid climate
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Which African country is known for its coffee production?
Ethiopia
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What is the main source of income for most people in rural Africa?
Subsistence farming
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True or False: Africa is home to more than 1,500 different languages.
True
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What is the primary reason for the population growth in Africa?
High birth rates
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Which African country is known for its wildlife safaris?
Kenya
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Fill in the blank: The ______ is the longest mountain range in Africa.
Atlas Mountains
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Who was the famous civil rights leader from South Africa?
Nelson Mandela
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What is the primary agricultural product of Egypt?
Wheat
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True or False: The African continent is rich in natural resources such as gold and diamonds.
True
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What is the primary environmental concern facing Africa today?
Deforestation
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Which African country has the highest GDP?
Nigeria
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Fill in the blank: The ______ region of Africa is known for its rainforests.
Central Africa
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What is the official language of the African Union?
Arabic, English, French, Portuguese, Spanish, and Swahili
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Which African city is known for its historical significance as a center for slave trade?
Ghana (Cape Coast)
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What is the currency used in Kenya?
Kenyan Shilling
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True or False: Africa has a higher percentage of youth population compared to other continents.
True
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What is the main purpose of the Great Green Wall initiative in Africa?
To combat desertification and land degradation.
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Fill in the blank: The ______ is the largest river basin in Africa.
Congo River Basin
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What is the primary goal of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)?
To create a single market for goods and services across Africa.
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Which African country is known for its rich biodiversity and endemic species?
Madagascar
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What is the name of the ancient kingdom located in present-day Sudan?
Kush
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True or False: Africa is the origin of human civilization.
True
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What is the capital city of Kenya?
Nairobi
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Fill in the blank: The ______ is a famous wildlife conservation area in Tanzania.
Serengeti National Park
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What is the primary function of the African Development Bank?
To provide financial and technical assistance for development projects.
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Which African country is known for its ancient rock-hewn churches?
Ethiopia
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What is the main source of conflict in many African countries?
Ethnic tensions and resource competition
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True or False: The African continent has the most diverse range of climates.
True
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What is the largest island nation in Africa?
Madagascar
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Fill in the blank: The ______ is the main economic hub of West Africa.
Lagos
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Which African country is known for its unique culture and heritage, including the Zulu and Xhosa tribes?
South Africa
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What is the most widely spoken language in Africa?
Swahili
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True or False: Africa is home to the world's largest desert.
True

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