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tribals are Pygmies, who are short in height. They live mostly in Ituri

forests in the north-east. They still lead a primitive life and move about

in search of food.

After independence, the government is developing the resources. The

money earned from minerals and cash crops is used for the building

of roads, railways and other facilities. Some new cities have also been

developed. The progress is slow and the lifestyle and standard of living

is improving.

AT ONE GO

 The evergreen forests are found on both sides of the equator.
 The Democratic Republic of the Congo in Africa is located in the equatorial region.

 It is the third largest country in Africa after Sudan and Algeria.
 The Congo River Basin in Africa is surrounded by mountains and plateaus on three sides.

 The climate is hot and humid almost throughout the year and it experiences heavy rainfall.

REMEMBER THESE TERMS

Evergreen forests : Forested areas where trees have green leaves almost throughout the year

Rapid : Where the river flows swiftly with great speed
Wildlife sanctuaries : Reserved areas where flora and fauna are protected and allowed to grow
Cassava : A plant whose roots are dried and ground into flour to make bread

Check Your Study

A. Tick () the correct answers.

1. This parallel passes through the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

(a) Tropic of Cancer

(b) Tropic of Capricorn

(c) equator

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