Answer to Question #229218 in Geography for Sesi

Question

1.Which of the following sentences about the cause of water concern in south africa are true ?

1.1. Large parts of South Africa are semi-arid with insatiable demand for water for drinking,industry , and mining.

1.2. South Africa lacks sufficient rivers and lakes to supply fresh water.

1.3. The conflict between Lesotho and south africa has obstructed water supply from the Lesotho highlands water project(LHWP).

1.4. South Africa's high population growth has increased the demand of water in both rural and urban settlements.

Select the correct combination of alternatives:

A. (1) and (2)

B. (1) and (4)

C.(3) and (4)

D. (2 )and (4)

2. Which of the following is NOT the cause of desertification in Africa.

A) overgrazing

B) lack of drought early warning system.

C) burning of bushes and deforestation.

D) long-term decline in rainfall.

Answer 1

1B

2A