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Ghana Fact-Matching Game

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Summoning Knowledge...

About This Challenge

Ghana is a country known for its rich cultural heritage and vibrant history. One way to explore the fascinating world of Ghana is through a fact-matching game where players piece together important information fragments.

  • Players can use spells for hints to help them uncover key details.
  • Extra time can be earned by successfully completing challenges within the game.
Need a Hint? View the Facts
  • Ghana was the first sub-Saharan African country to gain independence from colonial rule in 1957.
  • Ghana was formerly known as the Gold Coast due to its abundance of gold resources.
  • The capital city of Ghana is Accra, which is also the largest city in the country.
  • Ghana is known for its diverse culture and vibrant arts scene, including traditional music and dance forms like Highlife and Azonto.
  • Ghana is one of the world's largest producers of cocoa beans, making it a major player in the global chocolate industry.
  • Ghana is home to Lake Volta, which is the largest artificial lake by surface area in the world.
  • The official language of Ghana is English, but there are over 40 indigenous languages spoken throughout the country.
  • Ghana is known for its rich history of ancient empires, including the Ashanti Empire which was one of the most powerful in West Africa.
  • Ghana is a member of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the African Union.
  • Ghana has a tropical climate with two main seasons: the wet season from April to October and the dry season from November to March.
  • Ghana is known for its vibrant kente cloth, a traditional woven fabric that is often worn on special occasions.
  • Ghana is a stable democracy with a multi-party political system and regular peaceful elections.
  • Ghana has a rich culinary tradition, with dishes like fufu, banku, and jollof rice being popular staples.
  • Ghana is home to the Cape Coast Castle and Elmina Castle, which were used in the transatlantic slave trade and are now UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
  • Ghana's national football team, the Black Stars, has been a powerhouse in African football and has qualified for the FIFA World Cup multiple times.
  • Ghana is a leading producer of gold in Africa and the world, with major gold mining companies operating in the country.
  • Ghana is known for its vibrant and colorful festivals, including the Homowo festival in Accra and the Aboakyir festival in Winneba.
  • Ghana is a popular destination for tourists, with attractions like the Wli Waterfalls, Mole National Park, and Kakum National Park.
  • Ghana has a strong tradition of storytelling and oral literature, with folktales and proverbs being an important part of the culture.
  • Ghana is working towards achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to improve the lives of its citizens and protect the environment.

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