A large plateau covers Southern Africa and is defined by the Great Escarpment. The Great Escarpment is a steep slope that extends from the plateau down to the coastal plains of Southern Africa.
Southern Africa has a temperate climate and fruits such as apples, pineapples, and bananas are grown throughout the region. Farmers in the region also grow wheat, corn, and other grains.
Imagine that you have just moved into the region of East Africa and are in need of a place to settle and work. Mining is what you do best.
What would you do? (HIGHLIGHT ONE)
(a) Settle along the Great Escarpment
(b) Settle in the country of South Africa
(c) Settle in the Kalahari Desert
Why? Explain your thinking in 2-3 sentences.
1 answer
(b) Settle in the country of South Africa.
South Africa is one of the world's largest producers of gold and has a well-established mining industry, which would provide ample job opportunities and resources for a mining professional like myself. The country's infrastructure and accessibility to various mining operations would also facilitate easier logistics and networking within the industry.
