Geography of the Sahara and Rift Valley
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Which country is not part of the Sahara Desert's coverage?

  • Libya
  • Ethiopia (correct)
  • Mali
  • Sudan
  • What does the term 'Sahel' refer to in the context of the Sahara Desert?

  • A grassland area
  • A dense forest region
  • A transitional zone of savanna (correct)
  • A coastal area of the desert
  • Which of the following statements is true about the landscape of the Sahara Desert?

  • Sand dunes are the only type of terrain in the Sahara.
  • Regions of the Sahara have high annual rainfall.
  • The Sahara is primarily composed of coniferous forests.
  • The landscape includes both ergs and regs. (correct)
  • From which direction does the Sahel extend concerning the Sahara Desert?

    <p>West to east (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Arabic word 'sahil,' which relates to the term Sahel, mean?

    <p>Shore (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What geographical feature is formed when land stretches and creates a rupture in the earth's crust?

    <p>Graben (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about the Rift Valley System is accurate?

    <p>It stretches from the Red Sea to Mozambique. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the average width range of the Rift Valley System?

    <p>32 km to 80 km (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are the Ethiopian Rift Valley lakes located?

    <p>On the floor of the rift valley. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which lake is considered the largest in Africa?

    <p>Lake Victoria (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What geological process divides the Ethiopian highlands?

    <p>The Great Rift Valley (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes the lakes within the Rift Valley system?

    <p>They include both freshwater and alkaline lakes. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is primarily affected by climate variability and change in Africa?

    <p>Water resources (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does climate change affect the supply of surface water in Africa?

    <p>Causes shrinkage in supply (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes climate variability from climate change?

    <p>Variability can be due to natural and human processes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true regarding Africa's climate vulnerabilities?

    <p>Rainfall variability significantly impacts health and agriculture (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the discussion imply about anthropogenic climate change?

    <p>It can inflict harm on vulnerable populations in Africa (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which aspect is climate described as having a critical role according to the content?

    <p>Fishing industry dynamics (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is suggested about the implications of climate change on development policies in Africa?

    <p>They need to incorporate climate variability for effectiveness (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What underlying concept is crucial for understanding climate impacts on health and conflicts?

    <p>Natural and human dynamics interaction (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What phenomenon is Africa commonly described as experiencing?

    <p>A climate-vulnerable continent (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the main impacts of climate change on sub-Saharan Africa's development policies?

    <p>Pressure on agriculture, water supply, and health (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which climatic region of Africa is characterized by the highest rainfall variability?

    <p>Highland climatic region (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key reason for Africa’s low adaptive capacities to climate change?

    <p>Limited access to clean energy (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does climate change have on Africa's ability to achieve the Millennium Development Goals?

    <p>Reduces agricultural output (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor does NOT significantly affect the climate of East Africa?

    <p>Land use changes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about Africa's climate is INCORRECT?

    <p>Africa lies entirely in the tropics. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does climate change influence food security in sub-Saharan Africa?

    <p>By causing unpredictable weather patterns (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following climatic classifications is NOT recognized among world climatic conditions?

    <p>Temperate warm climates (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant outcome of climate change on health in sub-Saharan Africa?

    <p>Increased prevalence of vector-borne diseases (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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