Geography and Diversity of South Africa

What oceans surround the southern tip of the African continent?

• Pacific and Atlantic

• Atlantic and Indian

• Indian and Pacific

• Arctic and Atlantic

Which climate classification system is used to describe South Africa's climate?

• Holdridge life zones

• Köppen climate classification

• Thornthwaite climate classification

• Trewartha climate classification

What is the name of the unique floristic kingdom found in South Africa?

• Holarktis

• Neotropis

• Capensis

• Australis

Which current brings warm waters along South Africa's southeastern coast?

• Benguela Current

• Agulhas Current

• Canary Current

• Humboldt Current

What geological feature characterizes the southwestern coastal plains of South Africa?

• Drakensberg Mountains

• Atlas Mountains

• Great Rift Valley

• Cape Fold Belt

What is the highest region of the Great Escarpment?

• Table Mountain

• Drakensberg Mountains

• Simien Mountains

• Cederberg Mountains

Which national park is located in the subtropical savannah around the Limpopo River?

• Kruger National Park

• Addo Elephant National Park

• Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park

• Table Mountain National Park

What is the main river that drains the interior plateau of South Africa?

• Vaal River

• Orange River

• Zambezi River

• Limpopo River

Which region in South Africa is known for its sheep husbandry due to abundant groundwater?

• Bushveld

• Lowveld

• Highveld

• Great Karoo

What has caused the decline of free-roaming animals in the Karoo region?

• Urbanization

• Sheep herding

• Deforestation

• Mining activities