Democratic Republic of Sudan

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/democratic-republic-of-sudan

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. Where is Democratic Republic of Sudan?Northeastern Africa
2. How many people live in Democratic Republic of Sudan?Approximately 48 million people
3. How big is Democratic Republic of Sudan?Over 1.86 million square kilometers
4. What is the capital of Democratic Republic of Sudan?Khartoum
5. What language do people speak in Democratic Republic of Sudan?Arabic and English are official languages; numerous indigenous languages are spoken
6. What is the key river?Nile River

Coup d'état: A sudden, illegal seizure of political power, often by military force.
Nile River: The longest river in the world, flowing through northeastern Africa and central to Sudan's geography and economy.
Sudanese Socialist Union (SSU): The sole political party established during the May Regime led by Gaafar Nimeiry.
Savanna: A grassland ecosystem characterized by grasses and scattered trees, common in tropical and subtropical regions.