Question

Which is true about Africa?

a. apartheid is the official policy of Africa
b. Europe controls most of African nations today
Africa is governed by the IMF
d. the Sahara desert forms a cultural barrier in Africa

Answer 1

The statement 'd. the Sahara desert forms a cultural barrier in Africa' is true, as it has historically created a divide in terms of cultural, political, and social aspects between North Africa and sub-Saharan Africa.

Step-by-step explanation:

The correct answer to the question about Africa is 'd. the Sahara desert forms a cultural barrier in Africa.' The Sahara Desert indeed acts as a significant geographical and cultural barrier, separating North Africa from sub-Saharan Africa, influencing migration patterns, technological spread, and the cultural and political connections across the continent. Neither 'a. apartheid is the official policy of Africa' nor 'b. Europe controls most of African nations today' is correct. Apartheid was a specific policy of racial segregation in South Africa that ended in 1991. Moreover, European control over African politics has largely receded since the era of decolonization in the mid-20th century. 'c. Africa is governed by the IMF' is incorrect as the IMF (International Monetary Fund) does not govern regions; it provides financial assistance and policy advice to countries facing economic instability.

Answer 2

d. the Sahara desert forms a cultural barrier in Africa

Step-by-step explanation:

The vast dune and ocean of sands that forms the prominent Sahara desert serves a big cultural barrier on the African continent.

Geographically, South of the Sahara lies huge expanse of tropical rainforest and the Atlantic. Going northward we see Mediterranean climate.

Culture is the way people live. The Sahara is home to diverse cultures. The Magrebs, Bendouins, Arabs are some of the dominant tribes. These cultures are very uinque in that the people are mostly nomads. They carry their animals about looking for pastures and water.

To the South lies the Yoruba, Ashanti etc. These cultures are rooted in farming as a means of food production.

Their cultures a quite distinct from the northern nomads.

Going from North to South we see distinct cultures and people.