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European Colonization of Africa

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What was the primary motivation behind European governments settling their excess population in Africa?

To take advantage of Africa due to good and high living standards in Europe

What was the role of mission societies in the spread of Christianity in Africa?

To set up mission centres and convert Africans to Christianity

What was the humanitarian reason behind European nations' interest in Africa's health sector?

To assist Africans in curing diseases and pass on advanced medical knowledge

What was the political reason behind France and British seeking colonies in Africa?

<p>To compensate for their loss of prestigious colonies</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the economic reason behind Europe's need for raw materials from Africa?

<p>To supply their industries with necessary materials such as cotton, rubbers, and minerals</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the strategic reason behind the colonial powers' well-organised schemes in Africa?

<p>To ensure equal benefit from Africa's resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the role of Christianity in the European colonial project in Africa?

<p>To spread Christianity and convert Africans to the faith</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary motivation behind European businessmen investing their capital in Africa?

<p>To invest surplus capital and find new markets for manufactured goods</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the ultimate goal of the European colonial project in Africa?

<p>To establish a trading centre in Africa and settle surplus capital</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between altitude and temperature?

<p>Temperatures decrease with an increase in altitude.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference in rainfall between the windward and leeward sides of a mountain?

<p>The windward side experiences heavy rainfall, while the leeward side does not.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does climate influence pastoralism in South Sudan?

<p>Pastoralists move from one place to another to adjust to climate change, a process called transhumance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of climate change on crop production?

<p>Climate change affects crop production, leading to alternative methods such as indoor agriculture in greenhouses.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some human activities that contribute to climate change?

<p>Industrial activities, deforestation, pollution, and interference with river channels by damming.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some strategies to reduce the rate of climate change?

<p>Reducing industrial activities, reforestation, and minimizing pollution.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does climate change affect human activities in general?

<p>Climate change highly influences human activities, including pastoralism and crop production.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of understanding the causes of climate change?

<p>Understanding the causes of climate change is crucial for developing effective strategies to mitigate its effects.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between climate and human activities?

<p>Climate highly influences human activities, and human activities also impact the climate.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of climate is experienced in areas around the Mediterranean Sea in North Africa?

<p>Mediterranean climate</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which countries experience Savanna type of climate?

<p>Ghana, Northern Nigeria, Côte d'Ivoire, Chad, Angola, Zambia, Uganda, Southern Kenya, and Western parts of Mozambique</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of the dry season in Savanna climate?

<p>Dry season is shorter than the wet season</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the range of temperature in Desert climate?

<p>0°C to 50°C</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the region called that is found between Savanna climatic region and the desert?

<p>Semi-arid climatic region or Semi Desert climate</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of climate is experienced in areas with high mountains?

<p>Mountain climate or Alpine climate</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of the rainfall in Mediterranean climate?

<p>Rain is brought by westerly winds</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the range of rainfall in Savanna climate?

<p>750 mm to 1,500 mm</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of the sky in Desert climate?

<p>The sky is clear</p> Signup and view all the answers

What has agriculture contributed to in terms of social amenities?

<p>Establishment of schools, health centres, and recreational facilities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the effects of agriculture on urban centres?

<p>It leads to the establishment and growth of urban centres.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does agriculture contribute to food security?

<p>It leads to self-reliance in terms of food security.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the benefits of farming activities?

<p>They are income generating.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it necessary to use appropriate farming methods?

<p>To enable people to benefit maximumly from various farming activities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the differences between traditional and modern farming methods?

<p>Traditional methods like shifting cultivation are less beneficial compared to modern methods like agro-forestry.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the effects of farming on the environment?

<p>Some farming methods, like shifting cultivation, can be destructive to the environment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of comparing farming methods between different countries?

<p>It helps to identify best practices and areas for improvement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the positive effects of farming on the community?

<p>It provides food and raw materials for industries.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What historical event did South Sudan celebrate on July 9, 2011?

<p>South Sudan's independence from North Sudan</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the eagle on the coat of arms of South Sudan represent?

<p>Strength, resilience, and vision</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the use of a national language promote national unity?

<p>It promotes communication and better understanding between people, regardless of status, race, or age</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role do national political parties play in promoting national unity?

<p>They focus on the nation as a whole, selling policies to citizens and promoting national unity</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do intermarriages contribute to national unity?

<p>They lead to unity between two or more communities, promoting national unity amongst different communities</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the official language of South Sudan?

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

What is the significance of the shield on the coat of arms of South Sudan?

<p>It represents protection of the new states of South Sudan</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of national unity in South Sudan?

<p>To promote cooperation and bring various factors together as one</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the crossed spears on the coat of arms of South Sudan?

<p>They represent protection of the new states of South Sudan</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

European Colonization of Africa

  • European governments took advantage of Africa to settle their excess population, citing good and high living standards in Europe.
  • Europeans aimed to spread Christianity in Africa, establishing mission centers to convert Africans to Christianity.
  • They also sought to provide humanitarian assistance, sharing their advanced health sector and medical inventions with Africa.
  • Political reasons included compensation for loss, acquiring status and recognition, and showing their power and prestige.
  • Economic reasons included the need for raw materials, markets for their manufactured goods, and a place to invest their capital.

Climatic Zones in Africa

  • Savanna climate:
    • Experienced in countries north and south of the equator, bordering the Equatorial climate.
    • Examples of countries with a Savanna climate include Ghana, Northern Nigeria, and others.
    • Characteristics: two seasons (hot and cold), rain in hot seasons, rainfall ranges from 750 mm to 1,500 mm, temperature ranges from 15°C to 28°C.
  • Mediterranean climate:
    • Experienced in areas around the Mediterranean Sea in North Africa.
    • Covers Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, and the Cape province in South Africa.
    • Characteristics: dry winds, cold, wet winters and dry summers, temperature ranges from 10°C to 25°C, rain brought by westerly winds.
  • Desert climate:
    • Experienced in countries with the Sahara, Namib, or Kalahari deserts.
    • Examples of countries with a Desert climate include Egypt, Namibia, Botswana, Mali, Libya, and Algeria.
    • Characteristics: hot and dry throughout the year, clear sky, rainfall below 250 mm, temperature ranges from 0°C to 50°C, high diurnal range of temperature, hot days and cold nights.
  • Semi-Desert climate:
    • Region between Savanna climatic region and the desert.
    • Examples of countries with a Semi-Desert climate include Botswana, Mali, Tunisia, and Algeria.
    • Characteristics: hot and dry all year round, few cold nights, rainfall ranges from 0 to 350 mm, temperature ranges from 25°C to 50°C.
  • Mountain climate (Alpine climate):
    • Experienced in areas with high mountains.
    • Characteristics: low temperatures (sometimes below 0°C at the peak), heavy rainfall on windward side, temperatures decrease with an increase in altitude.

Effects of Climate Change

  • Climate change influences human activities, such as pastoralism, crop production, and social amenities.
  • Pastoralists are affected by climate change and move to adjust to changing climatic conditions, practicing transhumance.
  • Climate change affects crop production, leading to the establishment of greenhouses during winter seasons.

Farming Systems

  • Farming systems generate income and conserve the environment.
  • Traditional farming methods, such as shifting cultivation, are less beneficial compared to modern methods like agro-forestry.
  • Farming methods vary between countries, with some using rain-fed or irrigation systems, and being highly mechanized or labor-intensive.

National Unity in South Sudan

  • Factors that promote national unity include:
    • Use of the national language (English) to promote communication and understanding.
    • National political parties focusing on the nation as a whole.
    • Intermarriages between people of different ethnic groups and races, promoting unity between communities.

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