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About the African Deserts Map Quiz
The African Deserts Map Quiz helps players locate dry regions across Africa. It shows how deserts can form near mountains, coasts, inland basins, and places with very low rainfall.
Fun facts
- Africa includes the Sahara, Kalahari, Namib, and other dry regions with very different landscapes.
- Deserts are defined by low rainfall, not just heat or sand.
- Studying African deserts helps explain climate, settlement, wildlife, and water use.
Tips before you play
- Look for dry regions near mountains, inland areas, or coastlines with cold currents.
- Use familiar places in Africa as anchors before clicking the map.
- Zoom and scan carefully because some dry regions are much smaller than world-famous deserts.