Physical Features and Migration Patterns Quick Check

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A map of Africa is shown surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean, the Indian Ocean, the Mediterranean Sea, and the Red Sea. Asia is labeled on the north side of the Red Sea. The map shows the major rivers, lakes, and mountains of Africa. The Sahara Desert, the Sahel and Lake Chad are shown in West Central Africa. The Niger River and Niger Delta appear in West Africa. The Congo River is positioned centrally on the continent and extends from the interior to the Atlantic Ocean. Two rivers are shown south of the Congo River, both terminating in the Indian Ocean. A mountain range extends southward from the southern end of the Red Sea and terminates near Lake Victoria. Mount Kilimanjaro is shown to the east of Lake Victoria. Rivers extend northward from Lake Victoria to the Mediterranean Sea and the Nile River is labeled where the rivers meet the Mediterranean Sea. Two large lakes are shown south of Lake Victoria. Mountains are shown along the northwest coast of Africa and along the southeastern tip of Africa. A river extends westward from the southernmost mountains and terminates in the Atlantic Ocean.

Analyze the map to determine which body of water is closest to the Mediterranean Sea.

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Lake Victoria
Lake Victoria

Niger River
Niger River

Nile River
Nile River

Lake Chad
Lake Chad
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Answer 1

To determine which body of water is closest to the Mediterranean Sea based on the description of the map provided, we can analyze the options:

1. Lake Victoria - This lake is located to the south of the Mediterranean Sea and is not the closest body of water.

2. Niger River - This river extends through West Africa but ends further away from the Mediterranean Sea compared to others.

3. Nile River - This river flows northward and meets the Mediterranean Sea, making it the closest body of water to the Mediterranean.

4. Lake Chad - This lake is located further inland in West Africa and is not close to the Mediterranean Sea.

Based on this analysis, the correct answer is:

Nile River