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Question - What is the role of Rift Valley in the classification of Ethiopia

What is the role of Rift Valley in the classification of Ethiopia into different physiographic regions?

ANSWER:

The Rift Valley divides Ethiopia into two big parts – Western and Eastern parts. Then it helps create three physiographic regions; the Western Highlands and Associated Lowlands, the Southeastern Highlands and Associated Lowlands, and the Rift Valley Region.

Activity 3: Weather map in South Africa

Study the weather map above and answer the questions that follow.

3.1 Write the down temperature of the following places:

(a)Polokwane

(b) Mahikeng

3.2 What is the weather forecast for Bloemfontein?

3.3 Name the city that is in the west coast and is expected to be sunny.

3.4 Which city is the hottest and what is the highest expected temperature?

3.5 Explain the weather that is expected in Cape Town.

Activity 3: Weather maps in the media - Answers

3.1

(a) Polokwane – 27 degrees Celsius

(b) Mahikeng - 28 degrees Celsius

3.2 Bloemfontein is expected to be sunny with the maximum temperature of 28 degrees Celsius.

3.3 Springbok is in the west coast and is expected to be sunny.

3.4 The hottest city is Graaff Reinet has the highest expected temperature of 36 degrees Celsius.

3.5 Cape Town is expected to be cloudy with rain with the lowest temperature of 19 degrees Celsius.

Activity 5: Rainfall graph of Cape Town

The rainfall graph below shows the annual rainfall for Cape Town. Each column on the graph shows the number of millimeters of rain that fell in each month. Read and answer the questions that follow.

5.1 In which season does Cape Town receive most of the rain?

5.2 Which month is the driest?

5.3 Give the rainfall for in April and September.

5.4 Name the three months which are the wettest?

5.5 Which season is the driest?

Activity: 5 Rainfall graph of Cape Town - Answers

5.1 Cape Town receives most of the rain in winter.

5.2 November is the driest month.

5.3 April and September received 40 mm of rain.

5.4 June, July and August are the three wettest months. 5.5 The driest season is summer.

VIDEO: What is the difference between the UK, Great Britain, and England?

In this informative video, we explore the distinctions between the United Kingdom, Great Britain, and England. Join us on a journey through history and geography as we unravel the complexities of these terms and their significance. Learn about the unique identities of each region and gain a deeper understanding of the cultural and political landscape of Europe.

Question - QUIZ - Which of the following countries is a member of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC)?

Which of the following countries is a member of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC)?

(A) Myanmar

(B) Afghanistan

(D) Iran

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