Senegal in relation to the entire world Senegal in French West Africa 1
Population : plus de 11 millions Villes principales : Dakar (capitale), Thiès, Saint Louis, Kaolack, Touba Industries : agriculture, pêche, huileries, raffineries Geography : Senegal is located on Africa's westernmost point, the Cap Vert peninsula. Gambia is a separate nation, surrounded by Senegal on three sides. History : Islam was established in the 11th century and 90% of the people are Muslim. In the 15th century various European powers controlled Senegal before the French gained possession. In 1960, Senegal gained its independence from France and acclaimed poet Léopold Sédar Senghor became the country's first president. 2
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Géoculture - p.216-217 1. This area is a large reserve for various birds that stop here during their migrations. 2. This is the capital of Senegal and is the farthest western point of the African continent. 3. These are enormous trees that are leafless for 9 months of the year and whose fruit is called monkey bread. 4. This activity is an important ressource for the Senegalese people. 5. This is a region of mangrove swamps, rivers and plantations and is located south of the Gambia river. 6. This is the pink lake which owes its color to micro organisms and its high salt content. 7. This is an important religious center where numerous pilgrims go every year. 8. This is the oldest city of French West Africa and was the first capital of Senegal. The Faidherbe bridge, built by Gustave Eiffel, connects this city to the continent. 9. This area has a goal of the protection of endangered species of animals, such as the panther and chimpanzee. La pêche Dakar Le parc national du Niokolo Koba Le lac Retba Le parc national du Djoudj Saint Louis La mosquée de Touba Les baobabs La Casamance 12
Géoculture - 1. This area is a large reserve for various birds that stop here during their migrations. Le parc national du Djoudj 2. This is the capital of Senegal and is the farthest western point of the African continent. Dakar 3. These are enormous trees that are leafless for 9 months of the year and whose fruit is called monkey bread. Les baobabs 4. This activity is an important ressource for the Senegalese people. La pêche 5. This is a region of mangrove swamps, rivers and plantations and is located south of the Gambia river. La Casamance 6. This is the pink lake which owes its color to micro organisms and its high salt content. Le lac Retba 7. This is an important religious center where numerous pilgrims go every year. La mosquée de Touba p.216-217 8. This is the oldest city of French West Africa and was the first capital of Senegal. The Faidherbe bridge, built by Gustave Eiffel, connects this city to the continent. Saint Louis 9. This area has a goal of the protection of endangered species of animals, such as the panther and chimpanzee. Le parc national du Niokolo Koba 13
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Géoculture - 1. Artisans use salvaged materials to make various wicker items. p.218-219 2. These paintings under glass represent scenes of daily life and historic national heroes. 3. This is an artisan technique used to decorate traditional clothing like boubous. 4. Each ethnic group has its own music. The kora is one of the traditional musical instruments. 5. This group sings Senegalese rap or "Séné rap. Their songs tell of the environment and daily life. 6. This type of music mixes traditional rhythyms and instruments with salsa, rock and funk. The artist Youssou N'Dour has made this type of music well known throughout the world. 7. This is a race which begins in Europe and ends in the capital of Senegal. It has three different categories, motorcycles, cars, and trucks. 8. This is a traditional sport of Senegal. To win, your opponents, shoulder, back or knees must touch the ground. 9. Fishermen use these boats to participate in races at sea or in the country's rivers. 10. A traditional dish made of marinated chicken, lemon juice, and onions cooked in peanut oil. 11. Another traditional dish composed of fish, rice and vegetables. La vannerie La musique traditionelle Le poulet yassa Les souwères Le batik Le Dakar La tieboudienne Les courses de pirogues Le mbalax Le groupe Daara J La lutte sénégalaise 23
Géoculture - p.218-219 1. Artisans use salvaged materials to make various wicker items. La vannerie 2. These paintings under glass represent scenes of daily life and historic national heroes. Les souwères 3. This is an artisan technique used to decorate traditional clothing like boubous. Le batik 4. Each ethnic group has its own music. The kora is one of the traditional musical instruments. La musique traditionelle 5. This group sings Senegalese rap or "Séné rap. Their songs tell of the environment and daily life. Le groupe Daara J 6. This type of music mixes traditional rhythyms and instruments with salsa, rock and funk. The artist Youssou N'Dour has made this type of music well known throughout the world. Le mbalax 7. This is a race which begins in Europe and ends in the capital of Senegal. It has three different categories, motorcycles, cars, and trucks. Le Dakar 8. This is a traditional sport of Senegal. To win, your opponents, shoulder, back or knees must touch the ground. La lutte sénégalaise 9. Fishermen use these boats to participate in races at sea or in the country's rivers. Les courses de pirogues 10. A traditional dish made of marinated chicken, lemon juice, and onions cooked in peanut oil. Le poulet yassa 11. Another traditional dish composed of fish, rice and vegetables. La tieboudienne 24
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