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What is the significance of the name 'Zimbabwe'?
What is the significance of the name 'Zimbabwe'?
- It means 'house of gold' in the local language.
- It signifies a place of mystery and intrigue.
- It refers to a religious center built by the ancient people.
- It denotes a city constructed out of rocks. (correct)
What was the primary reason for the decline of Great Zimbabwe around 1600?
What was the primary reason for the decline of Great Zimbabwe around 1600?
- Epidemics and diseases
- Deterioration of the city's infrastructure
- Reason unknown to archaeologists (correct)
- Invasion by neighboring tribes
What contributed to the rise in power of Ancient Ghana according to the text?
What contributed to the rise in power of Ancient Ghana according to the text?
- Establishment of powerful alliances with neighboring kingdoms
- Utilization of advanced agricultural techniques
- Introduction of iron weapons
- Integration of camel transport in trade (correct)
Which product was NOT mentioned as a part of the trade conducted by Ancient Ghana?
Which product was NOT mentioned as a part of the trade conducted by Ancient Ghana?
What differentiated the army of Ancient Ghana from neighboring peoples?
What differentiated the army of Ancient Ghana from neighboring peoples?
During the decline of Mali, which groups contributed to reducing its power?
During the decline of Mali, which groups contributed to reducing its power?
Who transformed Timbuktu into a big city and a trade hub?
Who transformed Timbuktu into a big city and a trade hub?
Which empire was remembered for expanding Islam, engaging in holy wars, and introducing the title of Caliph of Sudan?
Which empire was remembered for expanding Islam, engaging in holy wars, and introducing the title of Caliph of Sudan?
What environmental factors contributed to the decline of the Songhay Empire?
What environmental factors contributed to the decline of the Songhay Empire?
Who described Songhay as a wealthy state with amazing power and prosperity?
Who described Songhay as a wealthy state with amazing power and prosperity?
Flashcards
Meaning of 'Zimbabwe'
Meaning of 'Zimbabwe'
It denotes a city constructed out of rocks.
Ghana's rise to power
Ghana's rise to power
Integration of camel transport in trade.
Ghana's military advantage
Ghana's military advantage
They had access to superior iron weapons.
Groups causing Mali's decline
Groups causing Mali's decline
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Timbuktu's transformer
Timbuktu's transformer
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Empire expanding Islam
Empire expanding Islam
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Songhay's environmental decline
Songhay's environmental decline
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Wealthy Songhay description
Wealthy Songhay description
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Study Notes
Meaning of Zimbabwe
- The name "Zimbabwe" comes from the Shona language, meaning "house of stone" or "stone building"
Decline of Great Zimbabwe
- The primary reason for the decline of Great Zimbabwe around 1600 was a combination of environmental degradation, drought, and the exhaustion of the land's agricultural resources
Rise of Ancient Ghana
- Ancient Ghana's power rose due to its control of the trans-Saharan trade, which brought wealth and influence to the empire
Trade in Ancient Ghana
- The trade conducted by Ancient Ghana included gold, salt, and ivory, but NOT silver
- The empire's strategic location allowed it to control the trade of these valuable commodities
Military of Ancient Ghana
- The army of Ancient Ghana was differentiated from neighboring peoples by its use of cavalry, which gave it a significant military advantage
Decline of Mali
- The decline of Mali's power was contributed to by the Tuareg and the Songhay, who constantly challenged and attacked the empire
Development of Timbuktu
- The emperor Mansa Musa transformed Timbuktu into a big city and a trade hub, constructing many buildings, including a university and a mosque
Empire of the Caliph of Sudan
- The empire of the Caliph of Sudan was remembered for expanding Islam, engaging in holy wars, and introducing the title of Caliph
- The empire was known for its military conquests and its spread of Islamic culture
Decline of the Songhay Empire
- Environmental factors, including drought, famine, and disease, contributed to the decline of the Songhay Empire
Wealth and Prosperity of Songhay
- The Arab historian, Leo Africanus, described Songhay as a wealthy state with amazing power and prosperity, highlighting its rich resources and strong economy
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