Explain why North Africa more prosperous than the rest of the continent

Because North Africa has oil reserves, in addition to having access to the Mediterranean Sea.

Explanation:

Unlike the rest of the continent, North Africa had access to the Mediterranean Sea, which allowed the inhabitants to have a strong trade with other countries, especially those in the Middle East. With such an efficient trade, North Afica managed to have a very well developed and stable economy. In addition, the region has oil reserves, which helped economic growth.

in 1897, pershing became a tactical officer at west point, and that's where he was given the nickname "black jack." pershing's first name is "john," for which "jack" is a nickname, and he was a white man who commanded black troops. hence "black jack".

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