Africa's Size and Population
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Which continent is Africa second only to in terms of land area and population?

  • South America
  • Europe
  • Asia (correct)
  • North America
  • Which region of Africa is geologically similar to southern Europe and has a climate and scenery resembling that of Greece, Spain, or southern Italy?

  • North Africa (correct)
  • Central Africa
  • East Africa
  • Sub-Saharan Africa
  • What physical feature has acted as a formidable barrier between North Africa and the rest of the continent?

  • High escarpments
  • The Mediterranean Sea
  • The Sahara Desert (correct)
  • Fold mountains
  • Which sector of the local economy has been stimulated by the growth of tourism in the Maghreb countries?

    <p>Handicrafts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main problem facing the Maghreb countries?

    <p>Demographic time bomb</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has contributed to the rise of Islamic fundamentalism in Algeria and the 'Arab Spring' democratic movement?

    <p>Poverty and unemployment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region of Africa has developed a significant tourism industry based on beach holidays and inclusive tours for the north European market?

    <p>North Africa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which countries in North Africa have formed an important part of the Muslim world since their conquest by Arabs in the eighth century AD?

    <p>Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, and Libya</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which physical feature of North Africa is known for its snowfalls during the winter months?

    <p>Atlas Mountains</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which language is the official language of all four North African countries?

    <p>Arabic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the traditional handicrafts that are important in the local economy of the Maghreb countries?

    <p>Leather, metalwork, and pottery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main problem facing the Maghreb countries?

    <p>The 'demographic time bomb' causing acute pressure on land and water resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has contributed to the rise of Islamic fundamentalism in Algeria and the 'Arab Spring' democratic movement?

    <p>The situation of poverty, illiteracy, and unemployment in the Maghreb countries</p> Signup and view all the answers

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