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What is the primary use of nearly two-thirds of the available fresh water in South Africa?
What is the primary use of nearly two-thirds of the available fresh water in South Africa?
Inefficient irrigation practices on commercial farms do not contribute to water waste.
Inefficient irrigation practices on commercial farms do not contribute to water waste.
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What is one recommended practice for farmers to use water more sustainably?
What is one recommended practice for farmers to use water more sustainably?
Targeted Irrigation
Large commercial farms utilize large quantities of __________, which can contaminate rivers.
Large commercial farms utilize large quantities of __________, which can contaminate rivers.
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Match the following sustainable water practices with their descriptions:
Match the following sustainable water practices with their descriptions:
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In which year did the Dutch settlement at the Cape begin?
In which year did the Dutch settlement at the Cape begin?
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Slaves were not used in the construction of buildings in the Dutch colony at the Cape.
Slaves were not used in the construction of buildings in the Dutch colony at the Cape.
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What was one primary purpose of the Dutch colony at the Cape?
What was one primary purpose of the Dutch colony at the Cape?
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The Dutch colony at the Cape was primarily established as a __________ for trading ships.
The Dutch colony at the Cape was primarily established as a __________ for trading ships.
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Match the following activities with who performed them in the Dutch colony at the Cape:
Match the following activities with who performed them in the Dutch colony at the Cape:
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What percentage of South Africa's water is used by factories, mines, and power stations?
What percentage of South Africa's water is used by factories, mines, and power stations?
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It is necessary to irrigate plants during rainy weather.
It is necessary to irrigate plants during rainy weather.
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What is acid mine drainage?
What is acid mine drainage?
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Industries are expected to pay heavy _____ for polluting the environment.
Industries are expected to pay heavy _____ for polluting the environment.
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Match the following irrigation practices with their benefits:
Match the following irrigation practices with their benefits:
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What is the name of the flat-topped mountain depicted in the painting of Table Bay?
What is the name of the flat-topped mountain depicted in the painting of Table Bay?
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The ships in the bay are flying flags from the same country.
The ships in the bay are flying flags from the same country.
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What can be observed on the land between the mountains and the sea in the painting?
What can be observed on the land between the mountains and the sea in the painting?
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The San hunter-gatherers survived by hunting wild animals and gathering _____ foods.
The San hunter-gatherers survived by hunting wild animals and gathering _____ foods.
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Match the following groups with their way of life:
Match the following groups with their way of life:
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What type of food did the San hunter-gatherers primarily gather?
What type of food did the San hunter-gatherers primarily gather?
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The Khoikhoi herders were primarily hunter-gatherers.
The Khoikhoi herders were primarily hunter-gatherers.
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What type of lifestyle did San hunter-gatherers lead?
What type of lifestyle did San hunter-gatherers lead?
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The Khoikhoi herders began to move into southern Africa about __________ years ago.
The Khoikhoi herders began to move into southern Africa about __________ years ago.
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Match the following groups with their descriptions:
Match the following groups with their descriptions:
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What drove the trekboers to move inland during the 18th century?
What drove the trekboers to move inland during the 18th century?
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The trekboers and Khoikhoi engaged primarily in warfare rather than trade.
The trekboers and Khoikhoi engaged primarily in warfare rather than trade.
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What were the San driven away from as a result of Dutch settlement?
What were the San driven away from as a result of Dutch settlement?
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The Dutch farmers who moved inland in the 18th century were known as __________.
The Dutch farmers who moved inland in the 18th century were known as __________.
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Match the following groups with their roles during the colonization of the Cape:
Match the following groups with their roles during the colonization of the Cape:
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What type of crops did Xhosa-speaking African farmers primarily grow?
What type of crops did Xhosa-speaking African farmers primarily grow?
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Xhosa-speaking African farmers settled in areas receiving less than 500 mm of rain during the summer.
Xhosa-speaking African farmers settled in areas receiving less than 500 mm of rain during the summer.
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By which year had African farmers spread as far south as the Fish River?
By which year had African farmers spread as far south as the Fish River?
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The Xhosa-speaking African farmers primarily kept __________, goats, and cattle.
The Xhosa-speaking African farmers primarily kept __________, goats, and cattle.
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Match the following elements with their descriptions:
Match the following elements with their descriptions:
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What crop was primarily cultivated by early African farmers?
What crop was primarily cultivated by early African farmers?
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Early African farmers settled on the Highveld due to its favorable climate for agriculture.
Early African farmers settled on the Highveld due to its favorable climate for agriculture.
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What materials did early African farmers use to build their homes?
What materials did early African farmers use to build their homes?
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Early African farmers preferred land near a __________ for convenient access to water.
Early African farmers preferred land near a __________ for convenient access to water.
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Match the following geographical features with the reasons early African farmers avoided them:
Match the following geographical features with the reasons early African farmers avoided them:
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What is the primary characteristic of subsistence farmers regarding their impact on the land?
What is the primary characteristic of subsistence farmers regarding their impact on the land?
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Commercial farmers typically have a positive impact on water resources.
Commercial farmers typically have a positive impact on water resources.
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Why do subsistence farmers water their crops by hand?
Why do subsistence farmers water their crops by hand?
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Commercial farms often use __________ methods that can harm the environment.
Commercial farms often use __________ methods that can harm the environment.
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Match the farming practices to their environmental impact:
Match the farming practices to their environmental impact:
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What type of livestock did the Khoikhoi primarily keep?
What type of livestock did the Khoikhoi primarily keep?
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The Khoikhoi lived in permanent stone homes that they could not move.
The Khoikhoi lived in permanent stone homes that they could not move.
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Name two types of livestock that the Khoikhoi kept besides sheep.
Name two types of livestock that the Khoikhoi kept besides sheep.
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The Khoikhoi settled in areas with good __________ for their livestock.
The Khoikhoi settled in areas with good __________ for their livestock.
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Match the following items related to the Khoikhoi with their descriptions:
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Study Notes
Water Use in South African Agriculture
- Commercial farms use nearly two-thirds of South Africa's fresh water, mainly for irrigation.
- Inefficient irrigation methods result in significant water wastage.
- Commercial farms rely heavily on artificial chemicals, leading to river contamination.
Responsible Water Use in Agriculture
- Targeted Irrigation: Directing water directly to plant roots.
- Timely Irrigation: Scheduling irrigation during cooler periods and only when needed, avoiding rainy days.
- Proper Soil Drainage: Ensuring water absorption into deeper soil layers.
Water Use in Industry
- Factories, mines, and power stations contribute to 8% of South Africa's water usage.
- Industrial pollution from these sectors poses a risk to rivers.
- South Africa invests heavily to treat polluted water for safety and health.
- Industrial pollution is illegal and carries heavy fines.
Acid Mine Water Threat
- Acid mine water, formed from water mixing with iron pyrite in abandoned mines, poses a serious risk to the environment.
- Acid mine drainage can cause significant damage to surrounding ecosystems.
South African Indigenous Peoples (17th Century)
- The Cape's indigenous people were the San (hunter-gatherers) and the Khoi (herders).
- The San were nomadic, relying on hunting and gathering for sustenance.
- The Khoi were pastoralists herding cattle, sheep, and goats.
- The arrival of European settlers significantly impacted the lives of both groups.
European Colonization at the Cape (17th-18th Centuries)
- The Dutch established a settlement at the Cape in 1652.
- The settlement grew into a Dutch colony.
- Slaves were brought to the Cape to perform labor, including agriculture.
Impact of Colonization on Indigenous Peoples
- The expansion of settler farms encroached on the Khoi's grazing land.
- Trekboers moved inland, seeking grazing for their livestock, pushing the San away from their hunting grounds.
- The San were often captured as servants by Trekboers.
Early African Farmers
- Xhosa-speaking farmers settled in the eastern parts of South Africa around 2,000 years ago.
- These farmers cultivated crops like sorghum and millet, which thrive in summer rainfall areas.
- They also raised sheep, goats, and cattle.
- By the 17th century, they occupied areas as far south as the Sundays River.
Agricultural Practices of Early African Farmers
- Farmers settled near rivers for access to water and fertile soil.
- They built more permanent homes using materials like wood and reeds.
- Their primary crop was sorghum, with maize introduced later through Portuguese traders.
Subsistence Farming's Impact on the Land
- Subsistence farming has a minimal negative impact on the land due to their use of traditional methods.
- They avoid using chemicals that pollute water sources.
- They do not alter the landscape through drainage or wetland removal.
- They use manual methods for irrigation.
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Explore the critical aspects of water usage in South African agriculture and industry. This quiz covers irrigation practices, the impact of agriculture on water resources, and issues related to industrial pollution. Understand the importance of responsible water use and its implications for the environment.
