Is Madagascar part or African looking at the globe?

Question

Considering the world map, do you think Madagascar is part of Africa?

Answer 1

Of course Madagascar is part of Africa, Madagascar on its own can't stand as a continent on its way, it's way too small..

Not all countries are joint in the continent, you wouldn't say they're a continent on their own..

Comments

I like your answer , indeed Madagascar lies under the African continent ,so this show that Madagascar is a part of Africa

Answer 2

Madagascar is part of african, but when looking at the world map you'll see and area that shows that the madagascar island broke out of the african continent millions of years back.

Answer 3

Madagascar is not a part of Africa this is because originally part of the ancient Gondwana was form in two steps; the Island together with India pull away from Africa 150 million Years ago stretching and thinning the crust on islands west coast before it finally snaps off

Answer 4

Yes, geographically Madagascar is considered part of Africa. It is an island located off the eastern coast of Africa in the Indian Ocean.

Answer 5

Madagascar is the world's fifth largest island, situated in the Indian Ocean off the coast of southern Africa. Despite considerable natural resources, however, its population of about 28 million (2020) has one of the world's highest poverty rates.