Africa's Natural Resources

Africa is the largest producer of (choose all that apply).

• diamond

• nickle

• gold

• platinum

What percentage of the world's diamonds are found in Africa?

• 100

• 85

• 90

• 95

What percentage of the world's gold is produced in Africa?

• 100

• 75

• 50

• 25

Which of the following minerals can be found in Africa?

• silver

• uranium

• cobolt

• copper

Rubber trees, found in the __________________, are being cultivated, and large amounts of rubber are exported. (Be sure to capitalize.)

Which of the three palm tree types is an important food source for desert people?

• Coconut Palms

• Oil Palms

• Date Palms

Ghana and ______________ are the largest exporters of cocoa in West Africa.

Kola trees produce nuts that are used in making ________ drinks and _____________.

• cola

• gummy bears

• chewing gum

• peanut butter

Zanzibar Island is the world's largest producer and exporter of __________ in the world.

What type of crops help the economy of a country?