European Explorers of West Africa Quiz

European Explorers of West Africa Quiz

6th - 8th Grade

10 Qs

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European Explorers of West Africa Quiz

European Explorers of West Africa Quiz

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History

6th - 8th Grade

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Created by

Ronke Falade

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What were some of the negative impacts of European exploration on West Africa?

Introduction of advanced technology and education

Spread of diseases, slave trade, disruption of local economies and societies

Preservation of local cultures and traditions

Promotion of peace and stability

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did European exploration contribute to the spread of diseases in West Africa?

European exploration brought advanced medical knowledge to West Africa.

European exploration had no impact on the spread of diseases in West Africa.

European exploration introduced new diseases to West Africa.

European exploration led to the eradication of diseases in West Africa.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was Mungo Park and what were his significant contributions to the exploration of West Africa?

Mungo Park was a Scottish explorer who traveled through West Africa in the late 18th century. His significant contribution was the exploration of the Niger River and the surrounding regions.

Mungo Park was an American missionary who established churches in South America in the 19th century.

Mungo Park was a French explorer who traveled through East Africa in the 20th century.

Mungo Park was a Spanish merchant who traded goods with West Africa in the 16th century.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What were the major findings of Mungo Park's exploration of the Niger River?

Mapping of the Nile River and its surrounding areas

Establishment of trade routes between Europe and Asia

Discovery of the Niger River and exploration of its course

Discovery of the Amazon River and exploration of its course

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who were the Lander brothers and what role did they play in the exploration of West Africa?

Spanish missionaries who focused on converting the local population to Christianity

French traders who had no impact on the exploration of West Africa

British explorers who played a significant role in the exploration of West Africa in the 19th century

German settlers who established colonies in West Africa for agricultural purposes

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What were the key discoveries made by the Lander brothers during their expedition to the Niger River?

Discovered the source of the Niger River and confirmed that it flowed into the Atlantic Ocean

Found the source of the Mississippi River and confirmed that it flowed into the Gulf of Mexico

Mapped the entire length of the Nile River and confirmed that it flowed into the Mediterranean Sea

Discovered the source of the Amazon River and confirmed that it flowed into the Pacific Ocean

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was Hugh Clapperton and what were his major achievements in the exploration of West Africa?

Hugh Clapperton was an American explorer known for his travels in North America, including being the first European to reach the Mississippi River.

Hugh Clapperton was a Scottish explorer known for his travels and discoveries in West Africa, including being the first European to reach Sokoto and the Niger River.

Hugh Clapperton was a Spanish explorer known for his travels and discoveries in South America, including being the first European to reach the Amazon River.

Hugh Clapperton was a French explorer known for his travels in East Africa, including being the first European to reach the Nile River.

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