Explore the Linguistic and Religious Diversity of Africa: Languages and Faiths

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a major religion practiced in Africa?

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Hinduism

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Christianity

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Islam

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Traditional African religions

Question 2

Which of the following is a characteristic of traditional African religions?

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Focus on nature and ancestor worship

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Emphasis on monotheism

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Belief in multiple gods

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Use of holy books as primary religious texts

Question 3

Which African region is known for its Bantu language family?

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Southern Africa

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North Africa

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East Africa

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West Africa

Question 4

Which language family is predominant in most of sub-Saharan Africa?

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Niger-Congo

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Afro-Asiatic

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Austronesian

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Indo-European

Question 5

In which region of Africa is Islam the majority religion?

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North Africa

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West Africa

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Eastern Africa

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Southern Africa

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT a sub-branch of the Afro-Asiatic language family?

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Khoisan

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Semitic

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Cushitic

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Omotic

Question 7

Which African country has the maximum official languages recognized?

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South Africa

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Nigeria

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Kenya

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Ethiopia

Question 8

Which religion originated on the African continent?

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Traditional African Religions

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Islam

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Christianity

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Buddhism

Question 9

How did Christianity and Islam become established in Africa, and what has been their impact on African societies?

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Islam arrived in Africa through Arab traders and conquerors in the 7th century.

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Christianity was introduced to Africa by European colonists in the 18th century.

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Both Christianity and Islam have had little influence on African cultures and societies.

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The spread of Christianity and Islam in Africa has brought only peace and harmony among its people.

Question 10

When referring to North Africa, which religion is the most widely practiced?

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Islam

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Christianity

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Buddhism

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Hinduism

Question 11

Which of the following factors has NOT influenced the linguistic diversity found in Africa?

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Globalization

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Geographic isolation

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Historical migrations

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Colonialism

Question 12

Animistic beliefs common in Africa are characterized by which of the following?

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Reverence for natural forces and spirits

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Belief in a single, supreme being

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Emphasis on organized religious institutions

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Use of sacred texts as the primary source of religious teachings

Question 13

How has the role of religion evolved within contemporary African societies?

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It has remained central to social and cultural life, but with growing diversity and pluralism.

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It has become less significant due to secularization and modernization.

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It has taken on a more political and fundamentalist character.

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Its influence has been replaced by other forms of spirituality.

Question 14

Which of the following is a defining characteristic of traditional African religions?

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Reverence for ancestors and the spirit world

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Monotheistic beliefs

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Written scriptures

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Formal clergy structure

Question 15

Which language group constitutes the largest in Sub-Saharan Africa?

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Bantu

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Semitic

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Indo-European

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Austronesian

Question 16

Which country in Africa boasts the highest number of official languages?

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South Africa

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Nigeria

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Ethiopia

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Tanzania

Question 17

What is the name of the language isolate spoken in Namibia?

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Khoekhoe

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Afrikaans

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English

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Xhosa

Question 18

Which language has the most speakers in Africa?

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Arabic

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Hausa

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Swahili

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Zulu

Question 19

Which language family boasts the most prevalent use across Africa?

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Niger-Congo

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Afro-Asiatic

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Khoisan

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Austronesian

Question 20

In Northern Africa, what religious denomination is the most widely embraced?

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Islam

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Christianity

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Animism

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Buddhism

Question 21

Originating in which African territory, the Yoruba faith serves as a traditional religious system?

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Nigeria

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Ghana

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South Africa

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Ethiopia

Question 22

Which language stands out as NOT being spoken within the borders of Ethiopia?

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Zulu

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Amharic

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Tigrinya

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Oromo

Question 23

Which branch of Islam is predominantly followed by a majority of African Muslims?

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Sunni

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Shia

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Ibadi

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Ahmadiyya

Question 24

Identify the primary driver(s) behind the expansion of Christianity in sub-Saharan Africa:

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A combination of factors A and B

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The influence of European colonizers

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Efforts undertaken by missionaries

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The facilitation of trade and economic activity

Question 25

The philosophical concept of 'Ubuntu' places central emphasis on:

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Prioritizing the community

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Prioritizing the individual

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Material possessions

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Spiritual matters

Question 26

Which language family has the widest distribution in Africa?

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Niger-Congo

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Afro-Asiatic

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Bantu

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Nilo-Saharan

Question 27

What is the dominant religion practiced in North Africa?

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Islam

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Christianity

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Buddhism

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Hinduism

Question 28

Which language family is NOT spoken in Africa?

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Austronesian

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Niger-Congo

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Afro-Asiatic

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Nilo-Saharan

Question 29

In which region of Africa is Islam primarily concentrated?

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North Africa and the Horn of Africa

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West Africa

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Central Africa

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Southern Africa

Question 30

What is a unique characteristic of the Afro-Asiatic language family?

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Three-consonant root system

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Tonal languages

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Subject-object-verb word order

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Agglutinative morphology

Question 31

Which religion is the most widely practiced in Sub-Saharan Africa?

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Christianity

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Islam

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Traditional African Religions

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Hinduism

Question 32

Which of the following is NOT a major language family spoken in Africa?

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Sino-Tibetan

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Afro-Asiatic

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Niger-Congo

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Nilo-Saharan

Question 33

In Egypt, what is the significance of the Coptic language?

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It is the language used in religious ceremonies of the Coptic Orthodox Church.

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It is the official language of government and education.

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It is a major literary language in contemporary Egyptian literature.

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It is spoken by the majority of the Egyptian population.

Question 34

Which African religion places great importance on the veneration of ancestors and the influence of spirits?

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Animism

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Islam

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Christianity

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Buddhism

Question 35

How does language play a role in shaping cultural identity in Africa?

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Language is essential for expressing and developing cultural identity.

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Language has no role in shaping cultural identity.

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Cultural identity has no impact on language development.

Question 36

How has religion shaped African culture, society, and politics? How have these aspects of life, in turn, influenced religion?

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Religion has played a major role in shaping African culture, social structures, and political systems. These areas of life have also influenced the development and practices of religion in Africa.

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Religion has only had a negative impact on African culture and society.

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Religion has had no significant impact on African culture or society, and vice versa.

Question 37

Which language family is the most widely spoken in Africa?

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Niger-Congo

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Austronesian

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Khoisan

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Afro-Asiatic

Question 38

What is the dominant religion in North Africa?

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Islam

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Buddhism

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Christianity

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Animism

Question 39

What is a common characteristic of traditional religions practiced in West Africa?

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Animistic beliefs and rituals

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Rejection of supernatural beings

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Emphasis on written scriptures

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Monotheism

Question 40

Which of the following is a feature of Islam in Africa?

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It often incorporates local cultural practices and beliefs.

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It is strictly fundamentalist.

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It has no political or social influence.

Question 41

What is the holy book of Islam?

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Qur'an

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Vedas

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Bible

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Torah

Question 42

Which African language is tonal, meaning the meaning of a word can change based on the pitch of the voice?

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Igbo

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English

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Arabic

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Spanish

Question 43

What is the primary difference between Sunni and Shia Islam?

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The rightful successor to the Prophet Muhammad

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The interpretation of Islamic law

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The number of daily prayers

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The belief in the divinity of Jesus

Question 44

Which of the following is an example of a syncretic religion, which blends elements of different faiths?

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Candomblé

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Islam

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Buddhism

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Christianity

Question 45

What is the significance of the Hajj pilgrimage in Islam?

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It is a mandatory religious duty for Muslims who are financially and physically able.

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It is only required for those who can afford it.

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It is only for those who have committed serious sins.

Question 46

Which language family is the most widely spoken in Africa?

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Niger-Congo

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Nilo-Saharan

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Austronesian

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Afro-Asiatic

Question 47

Which of the following is NOT a major religion practiced in Africa?

Accepted Answer

Hinduism

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Traditional African religions

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Christianity

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Islam

Question 48

What is the significance of the Swahili language in East Africa?

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It is a lingua franca used in trade and communication.

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It is a sacred language used in religious ceremonies.

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It is the official language of Tanzania.

Question 49

What is the relationship between religion and cultural identity in African societies?

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Religion often plays a central role in shaping cultural practices, values, and identity.

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Cultural identity is determined solely by ethnicity.

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Religion has no significant impact on cultural identity.

Question 50

What is the main characteristic of the Afro-Asiatic language family?

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It includes languages with three-consonant roots.

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It is spoken by nomadic peoples.

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It is primarily found in North Africa.

Question 51

Which of the following is a challenge faced by African countries due to linguistic diversity?

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Difficulty in implementing national education and communication policies.

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Lack of access to healthcare services.

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Political and economic instability.

Question 52

What is the role of religion in conflict resolution in Africa?

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Religious leaders can mediate between parties, promote dialogue, and foster reconciliation.

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Religion is never a factor in conflicts in Africa.

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Religion always leads to conflict and violence.