Surfin' through South Africa
an Internet Treasure Hunt on South Africa

created by Danika
Swift River School

Introduction | The Questions | Internet Resources



Introduction

CONGRATULATIONS!
You've been chosen to take a virtual tour of the magnificent country of South Africa. You will see many sites and learn many things during this journey.

Use the chosen sites to answer the questions. Please answer them as clearly and competely as you can.

Best of luck!!





Questions

  1. National Geographic has a great map of South Africa online!

    What are the three capitals of South Africa?

    There is a town near Cape Town with the same name of a Massachusetts town. What is it called?

  2. Do you like an adventure? South Africa is the perfect place for you!

    What are seven animals found in Kruger National Park?

    How long is the Orange River and what sport is it perfect for?

    What are the two environments perfect for a camel safari?

  3. Ready for more adventure? Welcome to Zimbabwe!

    How far does Victoria Falls drop? How many football fields would that be?

    When is the best time to visit the Falls?

    Name three activities you can do at the Falls.

  4. The CIA offers us tons of information on South Africa.

    Scroll down to find out interesting facts about this country.

    For example, what are the geographic coordinates for South Africa?

    How many kilometers of coastline are there?

    Please name 5 natural resources.

    What is the total population?

  5. This portrait is from a 1994 election poster.

    Who is this man?

  6. What was Robben Island used as?






The Internet Resources






The Big Question

Please take what you've learned about South Africa and create a travel poster to encourage people to visit this amazing country!



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Last revised Wed Feb 4 13:20:33 US/Pacific 2004