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What percentage of the world’s population lives in Africa?
Which country is the largest in Africa by area?
What is the capital city of South Africa that is primarily used for the legislative branch?
What is the name of the longest river in the world?
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Which is the smallest country in Africa known to be an archipelago?
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What are the two most popular religions in Africa?
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How many landlocked countries are there in Africa and what does landlocked mean?
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Which of the following animals is recognized as the tallest mammal?
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Africa is known as the Cradle of Human Life because it is the place where human life ______.
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Africa is the world's 2nd largest and 2nd-most populous continent after ______.
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The total size of Africa is approximately ______ million sq miles.
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The largest country in Africa by size is ______.
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Nigeria is the largest country in Africa by population with approximately ______ million residents.
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The longest river in Africa is the ______ River, which is 4,132 miles long.
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The highest mountain in Africa is ______ and it is located in Tanzania.
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Seychelles is the smallest country in Africa and consists of a group of ______.
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Africa is home to over ______ different indigenous groups.
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The Sahara Desert is recognized as the world's largest ______ desert.
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Study Notes
Overview of Africa
- Africa has 54 countries and territories, making it the second-largest continent.
- Known as the "Cradle of Human Life," it's where human existence originated.
Physical Statistics
- Total area of Africa is 11.78 million square miles.
- Represents 18% of the global population.
- Algeria is the largest country by area; Nigeria has the largest population with approximately 218.5 million people.
Geographic Features
- Seychelles is the smallest country, consisting of an archipelago (a cluster of islands).
- Savannahs and grasslands cover about 20% of the continent, hosting diverse wildlife.
- South Africa has three capitals: Pretoria, Cape Town, and Bloemfontein.
Major Cities and Islands
- Lagos, Nigeria is Africa's largest city.
- Madagascar, the fourth largest island globally, is smaller than Greenland, New Guinea, and Borneo.
Water Bodies
- The Nile River is the longest river in the world at 4,132 miles, flowing through 11 countries.
- Lake Victoria, located in East Africa, is the second largest freshwater lake.
- The Sahara Desert is recognized as the world’s largest hot desert.
Landlocked Countries and Indigenous Groups
- There are 16 landlocked countries in Africa, defined as nations without direct ocean access.
- Africa is home to over 3,000 indigenous groups, originating from their regions prior to colonization.
Languages and Religions
- Between 1,250 and over 3,000 languages are spoken throughout the continent.
- The two predominant religions are Christianity and Islam.
Wildlife
- The tallest mammal is the giraffe, while the fastest mammal is the cheetah.
Overview of Africa
- Africa has 54 countries and territories, making it the second-largest continent.
- Known as the "Cradle of Human Life," it's where human existence originated.
Physical Statistics
- Total area of Africa is 11.78 million square miles.
- Represents 18% of the global population.
- Algeria is the largest country by area; Nigeria has the largest population with approximately 218.5 million people.
Geographic Features
- Seychelles is the smallest country, consisting of an archipelago (a cluster of islands).
- Savannahs and grasslands cover about 20% of the continent, hosting diverse wildlife.
- South Africa has three capitals: Pretoria, Cape Town, and Bloemfontein.
Major Cities and Islands
- Lagos, Nigeria is Africa's largest city.
- Madagascar, the fourth largest island globally, is smaller than Greenland, New Guinea, and Borneo.
Water Bodies
- The Nile River is the longest river in the world at 4,132 miles, flowing through 11 countries.
- Lake Victoria, located in East Africa, is the second largest freshwater lake.
- The Sahara Desert is recognized as the world’s largest hot desert.
Landlocked Countries and Indigenous Groups
- There are 16 landlocked countries in Africa, defined as nations without direct ocean access.
- Africa is home to over 3,000 indigenous groups, originating from their regions prior to colonization.
Languages and Religions
- Between 1,250 and over 3,000 languages are spoken throughout the continent.
- The two predominant religions are Christianity and Islam.
Wildlife
- The tallest mammal is the giraffe, while the fastest mammal is the cheetah.
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Test your knowledge about the African continent with this quiz! Explore various facts including the number of countries, population statistics, and geographical size. Learn why Africa is referred to as the Cradle of Human Life and discover interesting trivia about its largest countries.
