1.Bellringer2.Notes: Kenya3.Finish Africa Map4.HW: None

Please write the questions and answers on Please write the questions and answers on your bellringer paperyour bellringer paper

1Q: Nairobi is the capital of which African country?

2Q: What does the term “landlocked” mean?

3Q: Which three oceans surround Africa?

Republic of Kenya FactsRepublic of Kenya Facts

Republic of Kenya—GeographyRepublic of Kenya—Geography

1. Population: 44M+2. Capital: Nairobi3. Physical Features: Mountains, deserts,

rivers4. Major Bodies of Water: Indian Ocean and

Tama River

Republic of Kenya—CultureRepublic of Kenya—Culture

5. Official languages: English and Swahili6. Religions: Protestant and Catholic7. Kenya is well known for its middle and

long distance runners, producing many Olympic champions

Republic of Kenya—GovernmentRepublic of Kenya—Government

8. Type of Govt.: Republic9. Government Leader: President

President Uhuru Kenyatta

10. Tropical (coast) and arid (interior)

Republic of Kenya—ClimateRepublic of Kenya—Climate

11. Natural Resources: Limestone, salt, and gemstones

12. Agriculture: Tea, coffee, and corn

Republic of Kenya—ResourcesRepublic of Kenya—Resources

13. Kenya was a British colony from 1895 - 1963

Republic of Kenya—Fun FactRepublic of Kenya—Fun Fact