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History & Overview
Resources
National Geographic – articles on Africa from past few years
Mass. Content Standards
A.4 Identify when modern African countries became independent nations and explain how independence was achieved. (H, G)
Optional Topics for Study -
Describe the general level of education in selected countries in Africa and its relationship to the economy. (G, H, E)
Describe the political and social status of women in selected countries in Africa. (G, H, E)
Describe major ethnic and religious groups in various countries in Africa. (G, H, E)
Explain how drought and desertification affect parts of Africa. (G, E)