Impact of the Akosombo Dam on Ghana

What was the primary purpose of constructing the Akosombo Dam?

• To increase agricultural land

• To generate electricity for an aluminum industry

• To improve fishing conditions

• To create a tourist attraction

Which natural feature was significantly altered by the construction of the Akosombo Dam?

• The Sahara Desert

• The Volta Rivers

• Lake Victoria

• The Nile River

What was Ghana's main export before the focus shifted to aluminum?

• Timber

• Gold

• Cocoa

• Oil

How much electricity did the Akosombo Dam generate upon completion?

• 1100 Megawatts

• 900 Megawatts

• 700 Megawatts

• 500 Megawatts

Which countries benefited from the surplus electricity generated by the Akosombo Dam?

• Ivory Coast and Liberia

• Benin and Togo

• Mali and Niger

• Nigeria and Cameroon

What was one major environmental consequence of the Akosombo Dam?

• Decreased temperatures

• Improved air quality

• Ecosystem destruction

• Increased rainfall

What health issues arose due to the creation of the reservoir?

• Increased cases of diabetes

• Higher rates of heart disease

• Spread of mosquito-borne diseases

• Rise in respiratory infections

What percentage of Ghana's landmass was given up to create the reservoir?

• 4.8%

• 1.2%

• 2.4%

• 3.6%

What is a significant agricultural challenge caused by the reservoir?

• Lack of water for irrigation

• Excessive flooding

• Insufficient nutrients for crops

• Overproduction of crops

What is a key factor in the debate over the Akosombo Dam's impact?

• The increase in tourism

• The balance between economic growth and environmental costs

• The rise in local employment

• The improvement in transportation