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14 Cards in this Set
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David Livingstone
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Known as the greatest of all African explorers in history.
He had his arm chewed by an attacking lion. He died while kneeling beside his bed in prayer. Was buried in Westminster Abbey. |
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Term used to describe an inactive volcano
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dormant
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Alp's highest peak
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Mount Blanc
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Robert Moffat
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One of the first missionaries to Africa.
Taught many Africans to read. Translated the Bible into their language. Translated "Pilgrim's Progress" for the Africans. |
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Europe's highest peak
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Elbrus
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Name for the level of sea waters
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sea level
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Name for a long row of maountains
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mountain range
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Mountain climbed by daring mountaineers
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Matterhorn
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Name for the pointed top of a mountain
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peak
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North America's highest peak
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McKinley
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Mary Slessor
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She was called "White Ma" by the natives.
She received a special award from King George V. She taught the cannibals to read, work, and respect human life. Raised fifty-one children. |
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World's highest peak
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Everest
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name for the height above sea level
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altitude
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name for the higest peak of a mountain
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summit
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