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What is the term for a group of people who share a common language, culture, or history?
a) gender group
b) ethnic group
c) racial group
d) national group

What is a difference between an authoritarian government and a democratic government?
a) In authoritarian governments, the people rule.
b) In authoritarian governments, many have power.
c) In democracies, the power of the government is limited.
d) In democracies, government officials gain power through force.

The literacy rate in South Africa is 85%, and its GDP is $37 billion. The literacy rate in Mozambique is 42%, and its GDP is $19 billion. Which statement BEST describes the relationship between literacy rates and a nation's standard of living?
a) Literacy rates have very little effect on economic production and standard of living.
b) A higher literacy rate will have a positive effect on a nation's standard of living.
c) A nation's standard of living is totally dependent on its educational system.
d) Overpopulation has a negative impact on GDP and literacy rates.

Which African ethnic groups are Islamic?
a) Arab and Ashanti
b) Arab and Swahili
c) Ashanti and Bantu
d) Ashanti and Swahili

Although this nation has made progress in protecting the freedoms of its citizens since apartheid ended in 1994, people still live in poverty and the nation is faced with crime, corruption, and HIV/AIDS epidemic. Which country is being described?
a) the Republic of Kenya
b) the Kingdom of Ethiopia
c) the Republic of South Africa
d) the Republic of South Africa

How does a dictatorship MOST differ from a democracy?
a) In a dictatorship, the power of the government is restricted.
b) In a democracy, citizens share in governing and being governed.
c) In a dictatorship, individuals have the final say in government.
d) In a democracy, no limits are placed on individual freedoms and rights.

What world religion is MOST common in Sub-Saharan Africa?
a) Buddhism
b) Christianity
c) Islam
d) Judaism

In South Africa, the President is elected by members of the National Assembly who are elected by the citizens. This means that South Africa has WHICH type of government?
a) unitary system
b) direct democracy
c) confederal system
d) parliamentary democracy

In the country of Lesotho a king is the head of state but a prime minister holds governmental power. This is an example of what form of government?
a) confederation
b) parliamentary
c) presidential
d) totalitarian

In 2008 the number of new cases of HIV infection in Africa slowly declined, though the total number of people living with HIV and AIDS increased slightly. Why might this situation exist?
a) The overall life expectancy has declined.
b) A cure for AIDS was developed in late-2007.
c) The end of the civil war in Sudan improved conditions.
d) Access to prevention and treatment became more available.

The United States donates millions of dollars every year in money for research for and relief aid to help combat AIDS in many parts of the world. Which region of the world has the US recently focused on with its campaign to end the AIDS epidemic?
a) Asia
b) Africa
c) Middle East
d) South America

Which of these would MOST LIKELY be an attribute of a healthy democracy?
a) a single state-run media outlet
b) a government-controlled economy
c) a universally free voting system
d) a legislature filled by appointment

Which of these is an explanation for why it is important for a democratic government to hold regular elections?
a) to preserve the connection between voters and the government
b) to prevent people from losing interest in the political system
c) to keep major political parties in power and dominant over others
d) to strictly limit the amount of time a person can remain politically active

The Tuareg people are found in northwest Africa. They are nomadic pastoralists, and inhabit the interior of the Sahara Desert. What is the meaning of the word nomadic in this passage?
a) living as farmers
b) violently religious
c) refusing to surrender
d) moving from place to place

At the end of the 20th century and at the start of the 21st century, the United States has been providing large amounts of humanitarian support to countries in Africa. Which of these is a reason for most of that support?
a) combating communism
b) medicine to fight against AIDS
c) stopping the spread of malaria
d) diplomatic efforts to end apartheid

One reason the cultures of North Africa developed differently from the cultures of the rest of Africa was that these areas of Africa were separated by the
a) Arabian Sea.
b) Sahara Desert.
c) Congo River Basin
d) Great Rift Valley.

Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir came to power in a military takeover in 1989. Based on this statement which term best describes the government of Sudan?
a) Communist
b) Theocracy
c) Authoritarian
d) Parliamentary monarchy

The average of weather conditions over a longer period of time is known as
a) atmosphere.
b) biosphere
c) climate.
d) weather.

Which would MOST significantly help combat the spread of AIDS in countries in Africa?
a) Stricter laws prosecuting people who knowingly spread HIV.
b) Improved education that would lead to better job opportunities.
c) Clean air and water regulations that promote a healthier environment.
d) Stable governments that can spend more money on infrastructure and healthcare.

Nigeria's president elected by direct election. This means that
a) the electoral college determines the winner.
b) the winner receives a majority of the popular vote.
c) the legislative branch has to determine the winner.
d) the winning candidate must receive 75% of the vote.

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