Q41. Which African country is the largest producer of cocoa, a key ingredient in chocolate?
a) Ivory Coast
b) Ghana
c) Nigeria
d) Cameroon
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Correct Answer: a) Ivory Coast
Explanation: Ivory Coast is the largest producer of cocoa, responsible for more than 40% of the world’s supply, making it a cornerstone of the global chocolate industry.
Q42. The Blue Nile and the White Nile meet in which city to form the Nile River?
a) Cairo
b) Khartoum
c) Addis Ababa
d) Gondar
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Correct Answer: b) Khartoum
Explanation: The Blue Nile, originating in Ethiopia, and the White Nile, originating in Uganda, meet in Khartoum, Sudan, to form the Nile River, which flows northward through Egypt to the Mediterranean Sea.
Q43. Which African country is known for the “Tree of Life,” a large baobab tree that is over 6,000 years old?
a) Madagascar
b) Senegal
c) South Africa
d) Botswana
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Correct Answer: a) Madagascar
Explanation: Madagascar is known for its unique biodiversity, including the famous “Tree of Life,” a baobab tree that is one of the oldest living organisms on earth.
Q44. The Garamba National Park, known for its African elephant herds, is located in which country?
a) Democratic Republic of the Congo
b) Rwanda
c) Uganda
d) Kenya
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Correct Answer: a) Democratic Republic of the Congo
Explanation: Garamba National Park in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is one of Africa’s oldest national parks and is renowned for its biodiversity, including significant populations of African elephants.
Q45. Which country is the only African member of the OPEC?
a) Algeria
b) Nigeria
c) Libya
d) All of the above
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Correct Answer: d) All of the above
Explanation: Algeria, Nigeria, and Libya are all African members of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), which coordinates and unifies petroleum policies among Member Countries.
Q46. The ancient rock-hewn churches of Lalibela are located in which country?
a) Ethiopia
b) Egypt
c) Sudan
d) Morocco
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Correct Answer: a) Ethiopia
Explanation: The rock-hewn churches of Lalibela in Ethiopia are a remarkable architectural feat from the medieval period, designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Q47. Which African country is the most linguistically diverse with over 500 different languages spoken?
a) Nigeria
b) South Africa
c) Cameroon
d) Congo
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Correct Answer: a) Nigeria
Explanation: Nigeria is the most linguistically diverse country in Africa, with over 500 different languages spoken. This diversity reflects the country’s complex mix of ethnic groups.
Q48. The “Place of Great Noise,” Augrabies Falls, is located in which country?
a) South Africa
b) Namibia
c) Botswana
d) Zimbabwe
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Correct Answer: a) South Africa
Explanation: Augrabies Falls, known as the “Place of Great Noise” due to the roaring sound of the water, is located in South Africa. It is a major tourist attraction within the Augrabies Falls National Park.
Q49. Which African country’s traditional music style is known as “Highlife”?
a) Ghana
b) Nigeria
c) Kenya
d) Tanzania
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Correct Answer: a) Ghana
Explanation: Highlife is a music genre that originated in Ghana in the early 20th century. It combines traditional Akan music with Western instruments and elements.
Q50. The Drakensberg Mountains are primarily located in which country?
a) South Africa
b) Lesotho
c) Both a) and b)
d) Namibia
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Correct Answer: c) Both a) and b
Explanation: The Drakensberg Mountains stretch across South Africa and Lesotho, offering some of the most stunning landscapes in Southern Africa. They are known for their impressive basalt cliffs and high peaks, the highest being Thabana Ntlenyana.