MENA Water Wars

How many countries does the Nile River directly impact?

• 7 countries

• 11 countries

• 9 countries

• 5 countries

The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) project has caused controversy mainly because:

• It will generate too much electricity

• It blocks navigation on the Nile

• Egypt fears it will reduce their water supply

• It is too expensive to build

Which country currently relies most heavily on the Nile River for its water needs?

• Sudan

• Tanzania

• Uganda

• Egypt

The relationship between precipitation and population in Africa shows:

• Areas with highest rainfall have lowest population

• Population is evenly distributed regardless of rainfall

• Most people live in desert regions

• Higher population tends to follow rainfall patterns

The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam was primarily being built for:

• Tourism purposes

• Hydroelectric power generation

• Water storage

• Flood control

A potential solution to prevent water conflicts could be:

• Military intervention

• Complete dam removal

• Shared water management agreements

• Giving one country total control

Which factor most affects water availability in the Nile basin?

• Climate change

• Industrial use

• Seasonal rainfall patterns

• Urban development

The concept of water rights in international rivers is based on:

• Military strength of nations

• Historical usage rights

• Population size of countries

• Geographic location of the source