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The term "Africa" refers to the continent located south of Europe and southwest of Asia, known for its diverse cultures, wildlife, and landscapes.

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What is the origin of Africa and what does it mean?

From a Phoenician word meaning 'dust' or the word 'Afri' a tribe living in the Carthage area. Also from a Greek word 'Aphrike' meaning without cold. Or a Latin word 'Aprika' meaning sunny


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What country was founded as a refuge for African Americans returning to Africa and is named by the latin word meaning free?

Liberia


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Derived from an Arabic word meaning desert dwellers the nomads of Central Africa and Middle east are traditionally called?

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