Insular East Africa: Languages, Culture, and Unique Features of Island Nations

The video discusses Insular East Africa, comprising Mauritius, Seychelles, Comoros, Madagascar, and French territories Reunion and Mayotte. It highlights the linguistic diversity, with French as a common language, and cultural influences from Arabic and Austronesian languages. Each country is profiled, noting Comoros' unique political system and culture, Seychelles' economic success, Mauritius' Hindu majority, and Madagascar's unique biodiversity and people. The French territories chose to remain part of France, with Reunion known for its volcanic landscape and Mayotte for its cultural ties to Comoros.

Which languages are official in Seychelles and Mauritius?

• French and Arabic

• English and Malagasy

• French and English

• Comorian and Arabic

What is unique about the presidential system in Comoros?

• The president is chosen by the French government

• The president is always from the largest island

• The presidency rotates among the islands

• The president is elected for life

What is Seychelles known for in terms of its economic indicators?

• Most islands in Africa

• Largest population in Africa

• Highest HDI and GDP per capita in Africa

• Lowest GDP per capita in Africa

Which nut, known for its unique appearance, grows in Seychelles?

• Coco de Mer

• Cashew

• Macadamia

• Brazil Nut

What is Mauritius famous for in terms of its extinct wildlife?

• Tasmanian Tiger

• Great Auk

• Passenger Pigeon

• Dodo

Which of the following is a Hindu majority country?

• Seychelles

• Mauritius

• Madagascar

• Comoros

What is unique about the population of Madagascar?

• They are a mix of East Africans and Austronesians

• They are the tallest people in Africa

• They have the highest literacy rate in Africa

• They are primarily of European descent

Which island is known as the 'death island' due to its surrounding reefs?

• Mauritius

• Mayotte

• Reunion

• Seychelles

What is the highest peak in the Indian Ocean located on Reunion Island?

• Mount Kilimanjaro

• Mount Kenya

• Piton de Neige

• Piton de la Fournaise

Which island is often considered the fourth island of Comoros?

• Seychelles

• Mayotte

• Reunion

• Mauritius