Cultural Characteristics of Northern Africa

Question 1

Describe the similarities between North African and Middle Eastern culture, and explain why the two cultures are similar.

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Responses may vary but should include some or all of the following information: People in North Africa have common characteristics with those in the Middle East, including a shared religion, ancestry, and history. People speak Arabic, just as they do in the Middle East and more than 90% practice Islam. Many people are of Arab descent. This ocurred because in the 600s, Muslim armies invaded and conquered North Africa. Traders soon followed, and these people introduced Arabic and Islam to the region. Many Middle Easterners settled in the region, and over time, many people trace their ancestry to Arab peoples. Many others are of mixed Arab-Berber descent.

Question 2

Julia must fast for two hours before she goes to her doctor’s appointment. What must Julia do? A. not eat B. exercise C. sleep D. stay away from other people Please select the best answer from the choices provided

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A

Question 3

Analyze the chart below and answer the question that follows. Data from UNESCO, 2011 Carefully study the chart above. If the trends seen on this chart continue, future literacy rates would___________? A. Literacy rates would stay about the same.B. Literacy rates would continue to increase, and the gap between men and women would continue to decrease.C. Literacy rates would continue to increase, and the gap between men and women would stay the same.D. Literacy rates would continue to decrease Please select the best answer from the choices provided

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B

Question 4

How are women’s rights in Tunisia different from those in other Muslim countries?

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Responses may vary but should include some or all of the following information: Tunisia, unlike many other Muslim countries in North Africa and the Middle East, actively promotes the legal and social status of women. Traditional dress is discouraged, and women typically wear Western-style clothing. Women can own businesses and property and apply for their own passports. Polygamy is outlawed in Tunisia, and parents are required to send girls to school. About half of all university students are women. As in many Muslim countries, traditional ways are more likely to be practiced in rural areas.

Question 5

Analyze the chart below and answer the question that follows. Data from UNESCO, 2011 Carefully study the chart above. Which country has the lowest literacy rate for both men and women (for all adults)? A. Libya has the lowest rate for men, but Morocco has the lowest rate for women. B. Libya has the lowest rate for both men and women. C. Morocco has the lowest rate for both men and women. D. Morocco has the lowest rate for men, but Libya has the lowest rate for women. Please select the best answer from the choices provided

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C

Question 6

Which of the following statements best explains the large numbers of European language speakers in North Africa? A. European armies conquered the region in the 600s. B. European languages are the official languages of North African countries. C. Laws were passed forcing people to learn European languages . D. The region was under the control of European colonial powers until the mid-1900s. Please select the best answer from the choices provided

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D

Question 7

Analyze the chart below and answer the question that follows. Data from UNESCO, 2011 Carefully study the chart above. Which country has the smallest gap between literacy rates for men and women (for all adults)? A. LibyaB. TunisiaC. EgyptD. Morocco Please select the best answer from the choices provided

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C

Question 8

Why is North Africa considered a region that is separated from the rest of the African continent?

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Responses may vary but should include some or all of the following information: People in North Africa have common characteristics, including a shared religion, ancestry, and history. This area is isolated from southern Africa by the Sahara. As a result, the culture of North Africa has more in common with the Middle East than with the rest of Africa. People speak Arabic and practice Islam, and many are of Arab descent. Countries in this region include: Egypt, Libya, Tunisia, Algeria, Morocco, and the territory of Western Sahara.

Question 9

Describe the standard of living in North Africa. Be sure to discuss factors such as live expectancy, literacy, and population growth.

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Responses may vary but should include some or all of the following information: North Africa has an average standard of living compared to the rest of the world, and a much higher standard of living than countries in sub-Saharan Africa. This is mainly due to oil income. Libya has the highest ranking (53) and Morocco the lowest (114). Life expectancy is average in North Africa. Many countries have rapidly growing, young populations, which can cause problems like unemployment. Literacy rates are rising. Despite this, most areas have very high poverty rates.

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