1. 1.Bellringer 2.Notes: Kenya 3.Finish Africa Map 4.HW: None

2. Please write the questions and answers on your bellringer paper 1Q: Nairobi is the capital of which African country? 2Q: What does the term “landlocked” mean? 3Q: Which three oceans surround Africa?

3. Republic of Kenya Facts

4. Republic of Kenya—Geography 1.Population: 44M+ 2.Capital: Nairobi 3.Physical Features: Mountains, deserts, rivers 4.Major Bodies of Water: Indian Ocean and Tama River

5. Republic of Kenya—Culture 5.Official languages: English and Swahili 6.Religions: Protestant and Catholic 7.Kenya is well known for its middle and long distance runners, producing many Olympic champions

6. Republic of Kenya—Government 8.Type of Govt.: Republic 9.Government Leader: President President Uhuru Kenyatta

7. 10. Tropical (coast) and arid (interior) Republic of Kenya—Climate

8. 11. Natural Resources: Limestone, salt, and gemstones 12. Agriculture: Tea, coffee, and corn Republic of Kenya—Resources

9. 13. Kenya was a British colony from 1895 - 1963 Republic of Kenya—Fun Fact