Country Profiles: Cabo Verde Webquest Worksheet

This worksheet on Cabo Verde (Cape Verde) helps students research the unique island nation located off the coast of West Africa. Students begin with basic information such as the capital city Praia, official language (Portuguese), population, and currency (Cape Verdean escudo). The geography section highlights Cabo Verde’s volcanic archipelago, surrounding Atlantic Ocean, climate, and major islands such as Santiago, Sal, and Boa Vista. Government and politics introduces Cabo Verde’s stable democratic republic, current leaders, and national symbols like the flag and anthem. The economy section covers major industries including tourism, fisheries, agriculture, and remittances from abroad. The culture and society portion explores religions such as Christianity, traditional foods, vibrant music styles like morna and funaná, and festivals that reflect African and Portuguese influences. Tourism highlights include beaches, hiking trails on volcanic landscapes, and cultural hubs like Mindelo. Reflection questions guide students to compare Cabo Verde with their own country and to identify what makes island nations distinctive.

Keywords: Cabo Verde, Cape Verde, Praia, West Africa, Atlantic Ocean, volcanic islands, Santiago, Sal, Boa Vista, morna, funaná, culture, economy, fisheries, tourism, democracy, Christianity, remittances, geography, Model United Nations (MUN), reflection