Ethiopian Geography and Education Quiz

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Which region is not drained by the Abbay and its tributaries?

The Southwestern Highlands

The North and Western Highlands

The Southeastern Highlands

The Central Highlands (correct)

Which river separates the north central Massif from the plateau of Tigray?

Tekezze River (correct)

Mereb River

Abbey River

The Danakil Lowlands

Identify the smallest subdivision of the western highlands.

North central massif (correct)

Semein mountain

Tigrean plateau

Shewan plateau

In which geological era did landforms of Ethiopia significantly develop?

Cenozoic era Signup and view all the answers

What geological era is characterized by the predominance of invertebrates?

Paleozoic era Signup and view all the answers

What is required for the reproduction or transmission of this textbook?

Prior written permission Signup and view all the answers

Which universities contributed to the development of this textbook?

Hawassa University, Addis Ababa University, Bahir Dar University, and Jimma University Signup and view all the answers

According to the Ethiopian copyright law, what must be done if copyrighted material is improperly cited?

Contact the Ministry of Education Signup and view all the answers

What is the ISBN number provided for this textbook?

978-999944-2-046-9 Signup and view all the answers

Where is the head office of the Ministry of Education located?

Arat Kilo, Addis Ababa Signup and view all the answers

What is indicated as a fundamental right in terms of the ownership of copyrighted material?

Prior written permission requirement Signup and view all the answers

What form of gratitude is extended by the Ministry of Education?

Thanks to individuals and groups involved Signup and view all the answers

Which neighboring country shares the longest boundary line with Ethiopia?

Somalia Signup and view all the answers

What is the total length of Ethiopia's shared boundary lines with neighboring countries?

5,260 km Signup and view all the answers

Which country shares the shortest boundary line with Ethiopia?

Djibouti Signup and view all the answers

What is the absolute location of Ethiopia in terms of geographical extent?

Longitude and latitude coordinates Signup and view all the answers

In which region is Ethiopia located relative to the Indian Ocean?

Northwest Signup and view all the answers

Ethiopia's strategic location can be characterized as being in which basin?

Nile Basin Signup and view all the answers

Which descriptor best defines the term 'strategic location' as described for Ethiopia?

Natural location Signup and view all the answers

How is the geographical extent of Ethiopia expressed in terms of global location?

Latitudes and longitudes Signup and view all the answers

Which sea is located to the southwest of Ethiopia?

Red Sea Signup and view all the answers

Which mountain peak is the highest in the mentioned Massif?

Mount Ras Dashen Signup and view all the answers

What separates the Plateau of Shewa from the southeastern highlands?

Awash River Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following regions is NOT part of the southwestern highlands?

Tigray Signup and view all the answers

Which mountain in the Plateau of Shewa is listed as the lowest in altitude?

Mount Guraghe Signup and view all the answers

What is the average annual rainfall in the southwestern highlands?

Above 1500 mm Signup and view all the answers

Which river flows southwards from the southwestern highlands ending in Lake Turkana?

Omo-Gibe River Signup and view all the answers

Mount Tefaw Lezer reaches what altitude above mean sea level?

4456 m Signup and view all the answers

Which mountain marks the highest point in the southwestern highlands?

Mount Ras Dashen Signup and view all the answers

Which river tributary drains the Plateau of Shewa towards the west?

Dabus River Signup and view all the answers

What shape does the Shewan Plateau resemble?

Dome Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of Ethiopia's land is classified as highland based on the demarcating contour line of 1000 meters?

56% Signup and view all the answers

Which physiological division does NOT belong to the categorization of Ethiopia's relief?

The Northwestern Lowlands Signup and view all the answers

What is the main geographical feature that separates the Western Highlands from the Southeastern Highlands?

The Rift Valley Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following rivers is NOT mentioned as emerging from the Western Highlands?

Blue Nile Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following correctly lists the subdivisions of the Western Highlands?

North Central Massif, Plateau of Tigray, Plateau of Shewa, Southwestern Highlands Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of Ethiopia's highland proportion on its geopolitical role?

It influences Ethiopia's rivers that cross boundaries. Signup and view all the answers

Which geological force is NOT mentioned as a contributor to the creation of Ethiopia's landforms?

Hydraulic action Signup and view all the answers

How is the Rift Valley described in relation to Ethiopia's topography?

It bisects the elevated surfaces diagonally. Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'penepalanation' refer to in relation to Ethiopia's landform creation?

Gradual wearing away of landforms Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Textbook Information

The textbook is a Geography student textbook for Grade 9.
It was published in 2022 in Ethiopia.
The book was written by Muluemebet Worku (PhD) and Kidanemariam Paulos (PhD).
The editors include Sintayehu Teka (MSc), Kassie Molla (MA), and Hirut Woldemichael (MA).
The illustrator is Agenchw Nega (MSc), and the designer is Geda Hoka (MA.)
Evaluators were involved in the book.
The Ministry of Education, Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, is the publisher.
The supporting organizations (donors or sponsors) include; the World Bank, UK's Department of International Development/DFID (Merged FCDO), Finnish Ministry for Foreign Affairs, the Royal Norwegian Embassy, UNICEF, the Global Partnership for Education (GPE), and the Danish Ministry for Foreign Affairs.
The book is being used for the general education curriculum in Ethiopia.

Textbook Care Instructions

Cover the textbook with protective materials.
Keep the book in a clean, dry place.
Keep hands clean when using the book.
Do not write on the cover or inside pages.
Use a bookmark to protect the pages.
Do not tear or cut out pages.
Repair torn pages with paste or tape.
Pack the book carefully in a bag.
Handle the book with care when passing to another person.
When using a new textbook, lay it flat and open a few pages at a time.
Press lightly along the bound edge as you turn the pages.

Unit One: Geological History and Topography of Ethiopia (pages 1-35)
Unit Two: Climate of Ethiopia (pages 37-57)
Unit Three: Natural Resource Base of Ethiopia (pages 59-85)
Unit Four: Population and Demographic Characteristics of Ethiopia (pages 87-121)
Unit Five: Major Economic and Cultural Activities in Ethiopia (pages 123-156)
Unit Six: Human - Natural Environment Interactions in Ethiopia (pages 159-184)
Unit Seven: Contemporary Geographic Issues and Public Concerns in Ethiopia (pages 185-200)
Unit Eight: Geography Inquiry Skills and Techniques (pages 201-234)

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