Wildlife and Tourism in Eastern Africa

12 Grade 6 Social Studies questions on Wildlife and Tourism in Eastern Africa, with worked marking schemes. 12 questions are available on this topic in full.

1. Question 1

   4 marks

   Poaching is a serious problem facing wildlife in Eastern Africa.

   (a) What is poaching?

   (b) State two ways the government can control poaching.

   (4 marks)

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   (a) Poaching is the illegal killing/hunting of wild animals (e.g. for ivory, skins or meat) (2). (b) Any two (1 each): employing and arming park rangers to guard animals; punishing poachers with heavy fines/imprisonment; fencing parks; educating communities on conservation; banning trade in ivory/trophies; using technology like drones/tracking.

2. Question 2

   1 mark

   The Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti National Park, which attract many tourists, are found in which country?

   A. Kenya

   B. Tanzania

   C. Ethiopia

   D. Rwanda

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3. Question 3

   6 marks

   A tour company is planning a trip for foreign visitors. Suggest two problems that the tourism industry in Eastern Africa may face and, for each, suggest one solution.

   (6 marks)

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   2 problems x (1 problem + 2 explanation/solution). Problems (1 each): insecurity/terrorism; poaching reducing animals; poor roads to some parks; drought affecting animals; competition from other regions; damage to environment. Solution for each (2): e.g. insecurity - improve security and police patrols; poor roads - build and repair roads; poaching - strengthen anti-poaching efforts. Award up to 3 marks per well-answered problem-solution pair.

4. Question 4

   1 mark

   Tourists from other countries who come to Kenya to view wildlife bring in foreign money. This money is important because it:

   A. Earns the country foreign exchange

   B. Causes drought in the parks

   C. Reduces the size of the country

   D. Increases the number of wild animals

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5. Question 5

   3 marks

   Give three ways in which wildlife can be conserved in Eastern Africa.

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6. Question 6

   3 marks

   State three ways in which tourism is important to the economy of Kenya.

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7. Question 7

   1 mark

   In Uganda, tourists pay to trek and see the rare mountain gorillas. This activity takes place mainly in:

   A. Serengeti Plains

   B. Chalbi Desert

   C. Lake Victoria

   D. Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

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8. Question 8

   1 mark

   Which of the following is a major problem that threatens wildlife in Eastern Africa?

   A. Building of more schools

   B. Poaching of animals for tusks and skins

   C. Employing park rangers

   D. Planting of trees near parks

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9. Question 9

   4 marks

   Explain two factors that favour the growth of tourism in Eastern Africa.

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   Any two x 2 marks. Presence of varied wildlife/national parks and reserves (1) that attract tourists to view animals (1); attractive physical features e.g. mountains, lakes, beaches (1) offering scenery and sports (1); good/warm climate (1) enjoyable to visitors (1); rich cultural heritage (1); good transport and hotels (1). Accept other valid points.

10. Question 10

    1 mark

    A tourist visiting Amboseli National Park would MOST likely enjoy a clear view of which famous mountain?

    A. Mount Elgon

    B. Mount Longonot

    C. Mount Kenya

    D. Mount Kilimanjaro

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11. Question 11

    1 mark

    Which government body is responsible for protecting and managing wildlife in Kenya's national parks?

    A. Kenya Ports Authority (KPA)

    B. Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS)

    C. Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)

    D. Kenya Power

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12. Question 12

    1 mark

    Which of the following national parks in Kenya is famous for the yearly wildebeest migration?

    A. Mount Kenya National Park

    B. Lake Nakuru National Park

    C. Maasai Mara National Reserve

    D. Nairobi National Park

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