Question 1

Which term means "the specific creativity born from African difficulty" and suggests that the best solutions are local? ​

Accepted Answer

Kanju refers to the specific creativity born from African difficulty, emphasizing that the best solutions to problems are often local and born out of necessity.

Question 2

Rwanda and Burundi have had tragic disputes between the majority __________ population and the wealthier ruling class, minority __________ population. ​

Accepted Answer

The answer of Rwanda and Burundi have had tragic disputes...

Question 3

A "paradox of plenty" or __________ __________,occurs when a countrywith an abundance of natural and valuable resources often experiences lower economic growth than a country without these resources. ​

Accepted Answer

The answer of A "paradox of plenty" or __________ __________,occurs...

Question 4

A series of laws, known collectively as __________, forced blacks and other South African minorities to relocate and imposed other discriminatory practices.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A series of laws, known collectively as...

Question 5

Which country was formerly named Zaire? ​

Accepted Answer

The country formerly known as Zaire is now called the Democratic Republic of Congo. This name change occurred in 1997.

Question 6

The unnatural and human-induced change that destroys the resilience and biological potential of an arid and semi-arid ecosystem, and that has been quite common in the Sahel region for the last several decades, is called __________. ​

Accepted Answer

The answer of The unnatural and human-induced change that destroys...

Question 7

Which organization was created to promote democracy, good governance, human rights, gender equity, and development across the African region? ​

Accepted Answer

The African Union (AU) was established to promote democracy, good governance, human rights, gender equity, and development across the African continent. It is a continental union consisting of 55 member states located on the continent of Africa.

Question 8

In which country did a civil war lead to the genocide of Tutsi and "moderate" Hutus?

Accepted Answer

The genocide of Tutsi and "moderate" Hutus occurred in Rwanda during the Rwandan Civil War, which lasted from 1990 to 1994.

Question 9

Which African nation does the United States consider an economic powerhouse and critical to the stability of the continent?

Accepted Answer

South Africa is considered an economic powerhouse in Africa and is critical to the continent's stability due to its large economy, advanced infrastructure, and significant influence on regional politics and economics.

Question 10

A(n)__________ __________ is used by rebel movements or their allies to finance conflict aimed at undermining legitimate governments.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n)__________ __________ is used by rebel movements...

Question 11

Sometimes the political situation in a country does not meet the requirements for various types of foreign aid, so the country institutes just enough changes to meet the requirements, without producing real reform for human rights or democracy. What is this phenomenon is called? ​

Accepted Answer

This phenomenon is called "donor democracy," where a country makes superficial or minimal changes to meet the criteria for receiving foreign aid, without implementing genuine reforms towards human rights or democracy.

Question 12

Which sector of the African economy has attracted the most investment money than any other sector? ​

Accepted Answer

Mining has historically attracted the most investment in Africa due to the continent's rich natural resources, including minerals and metals.

Question 13

The terrorist group __________ __________ are SalafistIslamic group,who want to establish sharia law in Nigeria. ​

Accepted Answer

The answer of The terrorist group __________ __________ are SalafistIslamic...

Question 14

A UN-backed certification plan, called the __________ __________, designed to ensure that only legally mined rough diamonds reach the market, was endorsed by 45 countries in 2002. ​

Accepted Answer

The answer of A UN-backed certification plan, called the __________...

Question 15

The __________ region of Africa is a broad belt of tropical steppe and savanna south of the Sahara. ​

Accepted Answer

The answer of The __________ region of Africa is a...

Question 16

Which country is Africa's leading trade partner? ​

Accepted Answer

China has been Africa's largest trading partner for over a decade, significantly investing in infrastructure, mining, and various sectors across the continent.

Question 17

Although the majority of South Africa was black, whites had exclusive control of the politicaland economic systems for a long time.Who was the first black South African president? ​

Accepted Answer

Nelson Mandela was the first black president of South Africa, serving from 1994 to 1999. He was a key figure in the fight against apartheid, leading to the end of the regime and the establishment of a democratic government.

Question 18

In the pursuit of farmland and mineral wealth, the British claimed land and warred with Dutch settlers known as __________, and animosity between the two groups lingers today. ​

Accepted Answer

The answer of In the pursuit of farmland and mineral...

Question 19

A war instigated or carried out by major powers that do not participate themselves is called a __________ war. ​

Accepted Answer

The answer of A war instigated or carried out by...

Question 20

Which terrorist group headquartered in Somalia aims to create a global Islamic caliphate? ​

Accepted Answer

Al-Shabaab, headquartered in Somalia, aims to establish a global Islamic caliphate. This group is known for its attacks in East Africa and seeks to impose a strict interpretation of Islamic law.

Quiz 9: Sub-Saharan Africa

Which term means "the specific creativity born from African difficulty" and suggests that the best solutions are local?

Rwanda and Burundi have had tragic disputes between the majority population and the wealthier ruling class, minority population.

A "paradox of plenty" or ,occurs when a countrywith an abundance of natural and valuable resources often experiences lower economic growth than a country without these resources.

A series of laws, known collectively as __________, forced blacks and other South African minorities to relocate and imposed other discriminatory practices.

Which country was formerly named Zaire?

The unnatural and human-induced change that destroys the resilience and biological potential of an arid and semi-arid ecosystem, and that has been quite common in the Sahel region for the last several decades, is called __________.

Which organization was created to promote democracy, good governance, human rights, gender equity, and development across the African region?

In which country did a civil war lead to the genocide of Tutsi and "moderate" Hutus?

Which African nation does the United States consider an economic powerhouse and critical to the stability of the continent?

A(n) is used by rebel movements or their allies to finance conflict aimed at undermining legitimate governments.

Sometimes the political situation in a country does not meet the requirements for various types of foreign aid, so the country institutes just enough changes to meet the requirements, without producing real reform for human rights or democracy. What is this phenomenon is called?

Which sector of the African economy has attracted the most investment money than any other sector?

The terrorist group are SalafistIslamic group,who want to establish sharia law in Nigeria.

A UN-backed certification plan, called the , designed to ensure that only legally mined rough diamonds reach the market, was endorsed by 45 countries in 2002.

The __________ region of Africa is a broad belt of tropical steppe and savanna south of the Sahara.

Which country is Africa's leading trade partner?

Although the majority of South Africa was black, whites had exclusive control of the politicaland economic systems for a long time.Who was the first black South African president?

In the pursuit of farmland and mineral wealth, the British claimed land and warred with Dutch settlers known as __________, and animosity between the two groups lingers today.

A war instigated or carried out by major powers that do not participate themselves is called a __________ war.

Which terrorist group headquartered in Somalia aims to create a global Islamic caliphate?

Quiz 9: Sub-Saharan Africa

Which term means "the specific creativity born from African difficulty" and suggests that the best solutions are local? ​

Rwanda and Burundi have had tragic disputes between the majority __________ population and the wealthier ruling class, minority __________ population. ​

A "paradox of plenty" or __________ __________,occurs when a countrywith an abundance of natural and valuable resources often experiences lower economic growth than a country without these resources. ​

A series of laws, known collectively as __________, forced blacks and other South African minorities to relocate and imposed other discriminatory practices.

Which country was formerly named Zaire? ​

The unnatural and human-induced change that destroys the resilience and biological potential of an arid and semi-arid ecosystem, and that has been quite common in the Sahel region for the last several decades, is called __________. ​

Which organization was created to promote democracy, good governance, human rights, gender equity, and development across the African region? ​

In which country did a civil war lead to the genocide of Tutsi and "moderate" Hutus?

Which African nation does the United States consider an economic powerhouse and critical to the stability of the continent?

A(n)__________ __________ is used by rebel movements or their allies to finance conflict aimed at undermining legitimate governments.

Sometimes the political situation in a country does not meet the requirements for various types of foreign aid, so the country institutes just enough changes to meet the requirements, without producing real reform for human rights or democracy. What is this phenomenon is called? ​

Which sector of the African economy has attracted the most investment money than any other sector? ​

The terrorist group __________ __________ are SalafistIslamic group,who want to establish sharia law in Nigeria. ​

A UN-backed certification plan, called the __________ __________, designed to ensure that only legally mined rough diamonds reach the market, was endorsed by 45 countries in 2002. ​

The __________ region of Africa is a broad belt of tropical steppe and savanna south of the Sahara. ​

Which country is Africa's leading trade partner? ​

Although the majority of South Africa was black, whites had exclusive control of the politicaland economic systems for a long time.Who was the first black South African president? ​

In the pursuit of farmland and mineral wealth, the British claimed land and warred with Dutch settlers known as __________, and animosity between the two groups lingers today. ​

A war instigated or carried out by major powers that do not participate themselves is called a __________ war. ​

Which terrorist group headquartered in Somalia aims to create a global Islamic caliphate? ​

Which term means "the specific creativity born from African difficulty" and suggests that the best solutions are local?

Rwanda and Burundi have had tragic disputes between the majority population and the wealthier ruling class, minority population.

A "paradox of plenty" or ,occurs when a countrywith an abundance of natural and valuable resources often experiences lower economic growth than a country without these resources.

Which country was formerly named Zaire?

The unnatural and human-induced change that destroys the resilience and biological potential of an arid and semi-arid ecosystem, and that has been quite common in the Sahel region for the last several decades, is called __________.

Which organization was created to promote democracy, good governance, human rights, gender equity, and development across the African region?

A(n) is used by rebel movements or their allies to finance conflict aimed at undermining legitimate governments.

Sometimes the political situation in a country does not meet the requirements for various types of foreign aid, so the country institutes just enough changes to meet the requirements, without producing real reform for human rights or democracy. What is this phenomenon is called?

Which sector of the African economy has attracted the most investment money than any other sector?

The terrorist group are SalafistIslamic group,who want to establish sharia law in Nigeria.

A UN-backed certification plan, called the , designed to ensure that only legally mined rough diamonds reach the market, was endorsed by 45 countries in 2002.

The __________ region of Africa is a broad belt of tropical steppe and savanna south of the Sahara.

Which country is Africa's leading trade partner?

Although the majority of South Africa was black, whites had exclusive control of the politicaland economic systems for a long time.Who was the first black South African president?

In the pursuit of farmland and mineral wealth, the British claimed land and warred with Dutch settlers known as __________, and animosity between the two groups lingers today.

A war instigated or carried out by major powers that do not participate themselves is called a __________ war.

Which terrorist group headquartered in Somalia aims to create a global Islamic caliphate?