I. General Questions about DR Congo
1. Would you like to visit DR Congo? Why or why not?
2. What animals live there?
3. What is the literacy rate there, and how does that compare to other African countries?
4. What is the climate like in DR Congo, and what seasons are there?
5. What do you think are the best things about DR Congo?
II. Economic Questions
6. How much does an average person make a year, (give an estimate)?
7. Where does most of its mineral wealth come from?
8. What is the current political situation?
9. Can you name any famous novels about the DR Congo?
10. How long has DR Congo been independent from Belgium?
III. Geography and Environment
11. What are the major rivers in DR Congo?
12. What are some things that make you happy about your own country?
13. What are some things that make you sad about your own country?
14. How many African countries border DR Congo?
15. What is the most popular sport in DR Congo?
IV. Language and Culture
16. What languages do they speak in DR Congo?
17. What are some of the problems in the country?
18. What do you know about the history of DR Congo?
19. Are there any major cities in DR Congo that you can name?
20. What percentage of people in DR Congo live on less than $2 a day?
V. Location and Resources
21. Where is DR Congo?
22. Where does most of the world’s coltan come from?
23. What is the currency called?
24. What are some famous foods in DR Congo?
25. What is the capital city of DR Congo?
VI. Demographics and Society
26. What is the name of their official language?
27. How many people live in the Democratic Republic of Congo?
28. Why is it important to learn about other countries and cultures?
29. What foods do people eat in DR Congo?
30. Have you met anyone from the country?
VII. Health and Well-being
31. What is the average life expectancy in DR Congo?
32. What religion is most prevalent in DR Congo?
33. Which countries border DR Congo?
34. Who is the president of DR Congo right now?
35. What is the official language of DR Congo?
VIII. Government and Infrastructure
36. What kind of government does DR Congo have?
37. What percentage of people in DR Congo have access to electricity?
38. What are some major challenges facing the education system in DR Congo?
39. How do people travel within DR Congo?
40. What are the main exports of DR Congo?
IX. Culture and Traditions
41. What are some traditional festivals celebrated in DR Congo?
42. What role does music play in Congolese culture?
43. What are some popular dances in DR Congo?
44. How do people celebrate weddings in DR Congo?
45. What is the significance of art in DR Congo?
X. Environmental Issues
46. What are some environmental challenges facing DR Congo?
47. How does deforestation affect the wildlife in DR Congo?
48. What efforts are being made to protect endangered species in DR Congo?
49. How does mining impact the environment in DR Congo?
50. What can be done to promote sustainable practices in DR Congo?
XI. Future Prospects
51. What are some hopes for the future of DR Congo?
52. How can education improve in DR Congo?
53. What role can technology play in the development of DR Congo?
54. How can the international community help DR Congo?
55. What are some potential industries for growth in DR Congo?
XII. Personal Reflections
56. What have you learned about DR Congo that surprised you?
57. How do you think your life would be different if you lived in DR Congo?
58. What do you think is the most important issue facing DR Congo today?
59. How can you contribute to a better understanding of DR Congo?
60. What is your favorite fact about DR Congo?
