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How did the rulers of Ghana primarily increase their wealth?
How did the rulers of Ghana primarily increase their wealth?
- By conquering neighboring tribes
- By controlling and taxing gold-salt trade routes (correct)
- By collecting tribute from foreign merchants
- Through agricultural production
What was a significant factor that led the Songhai people to break away from Mali's empire?
What was a significant factor that led the Songhai people to break away from Mali's empire?
- A shortage of resources in Mali
- Control over important trade routes (correct)
- The establishment of strong leadership among the Songhai
- Religious differences between the two empires
What was the primary role of Timbuktu within the Mali Empire?
What was the primary role of Timbuktu within the Mali Empire?
- An agricultural center
- A military base
- A key city for trade and influence (correct)
- A mining hub for precious metals
What is believed to be the main purpose of the Great Enclosure in Great Zimbabwe?
What is believed to be the main purpose of the Great Enclosure in Great Zimbabwe?
Through what means did Islam spread throughout Africa?
Through what means did Islam spread throughout Africa?
Which empire was considered the largest among Mali, Ghana, and Songhai?
Which empire was considered the largest among Mali, Ghana, and Songhai?
Which civilization was constructed between the 4th and 7th centuries by the Shona people?
Which civilization was constructed between the 4th and 7th centuries by the Shona people?
What characterizes the Silent Barter trade method?
What characterizes the Silent Barter trade method?
Flashcards
Ghana Empire's Wealth
Ghana Empire's Wealth
Ghana's rulers became wealthy by taxing the gold-salt trade that passed through their empire.
Songhai and Mali
Songhai and Mali
The Songhai people broke away from the Mali empire and gained control of important trade routes.
Timbuktu's Importance
Timbuktu's Importance
Timbuktu was a major trading hub and center in Mali, impacting economic, political, and religious matters.
Great Zimbabwe's Purpose
Great Zimbabwe's Purpose
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Islam's Spread in Africa
Islam's Spread in Africa
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Songhai Empire's Size
Songhai Empire's Size
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West African Skills
West African Skills
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Shona Civilization
Shona Civilization
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Study Notes
African Empires and Trade
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Ghana's Wealth: Ghana's rulers controlled and taxed gold-salt trade routes, accumulating wealth.
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Songhai's Rise: The Songhai people broke away from the Mali Empire, controlling key trade routes.
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Timbuktu's Importance (Mali): Timbuktu was a major trading center, significant economically, politically, and religiously within the Mali Empire. Access for foreigners to certain portions was restricted.
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Great Zimbabwe (Purpose): Archaeologists believe Great Zimbabwe's Great Enclosure served as a royal palace or religious center.
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Islam's Spread: Islam spread through trade routes (trans-Saharan and Indian Ocean) by Muslim merchants and traders.
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West African Skills: West Africans developed advanced skills in metallurgy, farming, and trading.
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Songhai's Size: The Songhai Empire was the largest of Ghana, Mali, and Songhai.
Empire Timeline and Locations
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Empire Order: Ghana, Mali, Songhai
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Ghana Location: Southeastern Mauritania and western Mali.
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Mali Location: Present-day Mali.
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Songhai Location: Present-day Niger and Mali.
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Great Zimbabwe Location: Present-day Zimbabwe.
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Axum Location: Present-day Ethiopia.
Trade and Exchange
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Gold-Salt Trade: Exchange of gold and salt between North and West African traders.
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Silent Barter: A trade method where traders exchanged goods without direct contact.
Geography and Resources
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Sahara Desert: Located in North Africa.
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Niger River: West Africa.
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Nile River: Northeastern Africa.
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Atlantic Ocean: West of Africa.
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Mediterranean Sea: North of Africa
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Indian Ocean: East of Africa
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Zambezi River: Southern Africa
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Limpopo Rivers: Southern Africa
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Savannah: Grassy plains with few trees in tropical and subtropical regions.
Cultural Practices
- Dhows: Traditional sailing vessels used in the Indian Ocean.
- Mosques: Muslim places of worship
- Hajj: The Muslim pilgrimage to Mecca.
- Muslim: A follower of Islam
- Animism: Belief that objects, places, and creatures have distinct spiritual essence.
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Description
Explore the rise and significance of the Ghana, Mali, and Songhai empires in the context of trade and economic development. Learn about key locations, the spread of Islam, and the advanced skills developed by West Africans. This quiz covers the major aspects of these rich historical empires.
