Nigeria
Word Search Puzzle
Here's a word search on the country of Nigeria. The puzzle grid hides 20 words and phrasesBauxite, Benin City, Biomass, Boko Haram, Bushmeat,
Civil War, Dancing, Fisherman, Green-White, Mangrove,
Nollywood, Pineapple, Populous, Refinery, Rubber,
Sesame, Terrorism, West Africa, Lagos, Petroleum associated with Nigeria. But there's a twist. Only 18 of these 20 words are actually listed. So you're on your own to find the 2 unlisted ones. A full solution is provided if you get stuck.
By the way, we designed this puzzle to be easily read. Both the puzzle grid and word list are in large 17-point font size. And the puzzle grid, which is 22×20 letters, spans the entire width of the page. This way you won't have to squint.
Fun Facts About Nigeria
- Nigeria's film industry, called Nollywood, is the second-largest in the world by volume (producing around 2,500 films annually). This is behind India's Bollywood, but ahead of Hollywood.
- The Walls of Benin was built centuries ago in what is now southern Nigeria. They were once the longest ancient earthworks in the world, spanning about 10,000 miles. That rivals the Great Wall of China when including all sections.
- Nigeria's national parks are a famed wildlife destination. They are famous for their hot springs where elephants and other animals bathe freely.
- Nigeria is sometimes called the "Giant of Africa" due to its massive population. It has over 237 million people (the most of any African country), a vast land area, and signifcant economic power.
- Nigeria has incredible butterfly diversity. There are over 1,000 documented species fluttering across its rich biodiversity hotspots.
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