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Ghana, Mali, and Songhai Empires in African American History

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Which African empires are considered the ancient history of African Americans?

Egypt, Kush, and Axum

Zimbabwe, Swahili Coast, and Great Zimbabwe

Carthage, Numidia, and Mauretania

Ghana, Mali, and Songhai (correct)

What geographical features bound West Africa?

The Indian Ocean to the east and the Congo Basin to the west

The Mediterranean Sea to the north and the Red Sea to the east

The Atlas Mountains to the north and the Kalahari Desert to the south

The Sahara to the north and the rain forest to the south (correct)

Who was the greatest ruler of Ghana known for having an army of 200,000 warriors?

Askia Muhammad

Sunni Ali

Mansa Musa

King Tenkamenin (correct)

What event led to the downfall of Ghana when it was invaded in 1076?

Invasion by the Almoravids Signup and view all the answers

Which city served as the capital and an important trading center for Ghana?

Kumbi Saleh Signup and view all the answers

What made West Africa 'Terra incognita' according to the text?

The dense rain forests to the south Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Almoravids invading Ghana in 1076?

It led to the collapse of the Ghana empire Signup and view all the answers

Why did traders have to pay taxes on goods brought into or out of the Ghana empire?

To support the military and infrastructure of the empire Signup and view all the answers

Why is King Tenkamenin considered one of the greatest rulers of Ghana?

For leading a powerful army of 200,000 warriors Signup and view all the answers

What was the role of Kumbi Saleh in the Ghana empire?

It served as both the capital and a vital trading hub Signup and view all the answers

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West Africa and Ancient Empires

West Africa is located on the Atlantic coast, between the Sahara desert to the north and the rain forest to the south.
The Sahara desert is a large, sandy barrier that is difficult to cross, making West Africa a Terra incognita (unknown land).

The Ghana Empire

The Ghana Empire began 1500 years ago and lasted as a strong empire for 1000 years.
The capital of Ghana was Kumbi Saleh, an important trading center.
The empire was populated by the Soninke people and was ruled by King Tenkamenin, who had an army of 200,000 warriors.
Traders paid taxes on goods brought into or carried out of the empire.
Ghana was invaded in 1076 by the Almoravids.

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Learn about the ancient warrior kings and empires of Ghana, Mali, and Songhai that are considered crucial in the history of African Americans. Discover the geographical location of West Africa and the significance of Sahara and Kumbi Saleh as important trading centers.