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What contributed to the rise of the Ghana Empire?
What contributed to the rise of the Ghana Empire?
- The defeat of surrounding tribes
- Its central location between gold and salt mines (correct)
- A vast agricultural network
- The strength of its military forces
What was a primary reason for the decline of the Mali Empire?
What was a primary reason for the decline of the Mali Empire?
- Alien invasions disrupting trade
- Civil war after the death of Mansa Musa (correct)
- Overreliance on foreign traders
- Natural disasters causing famine
Which resource was NOT commonly imported by Axum?
Which resource was NOT commonly imported by Axum?
- Metal goods
- Olive oil
- Cloth
- Ivory (correct)
What was the key factor in the trade dynamics of Africa’s great empires?
What was the key factor in the trade dynamics of Africa’s great empires?
How did religion influence the trade practices in the Ghana Empire?
How did religion influence the trade practices in the Ghana Empire?
What was an impact of the rise of Islam on the traditional beliefs in the Ghana Empire?
What was an impact of the rise of Islam on the traditional beliefs in the Ghana Empire?
Which statement is incorrect regarding the Songhai Empire's rise?
Which statement is incorrect regarding the Songhai Empire's rise?
Which event led to the downfall of the Songhai Empire?
Which event led to the downfall of the Songhai Empire?
What percentage of Africa's land area is covered by rainforests?
What percentage of Africa's land area is covered by rainforests?
Which of the following correctly describes savannas in Africa?
Which of the following correctly describes savannas in Africa?
What factor contributed to the development of trading cities by the Nok people?
What factor contributed to the development of trading cities by the Nok people?
What event significantly disrupted the trade in Ghana during the 1100s?
What event significantly disrupted the trade in Ghana during the 1100s?
What geographic feature covers most of Africa?
What geographic feature covers most of Africa?
How did ironworking specifically affect the Nok culture?
How did ironworking specifically affect the Nok culture?
During which centuries did Ghana reach its height in wealth and power?
During which centuries did Ghana reach its height in wealth and power?
What was a significant outcome of Sundiata's rise to power in Mali?
What was a significant outcome of Sundiata's rise to power in Mali?
What principal factor contributed to the rise of Mali under Sundiata Keita?
What principal factor contributed to the rise of Mali under Sundiata Keita?
Under whose rule did Mali double in size?
Under whose rule did Mali double in size?
Which action is attributed to Mansa Musa that supported Islamic culture?
Which action is attributed to Mansa Musa that supported Islamic culture?
What was a significant outcome of the gold and salt trade for the Ghana Empire?
What was a significant outcome of the gold and salt trade for the Ghana Empire?
What key actions did Askia Muhammad take to reinforce Islamic law in his empire?
What key actions did Askia Muhammad take to reinforce Islamic law in his empire?
Which of the following factors contributed to the fall of the Songhai Empire?
Which of the following factors contributed to the fall of the Songhai Empire?
What was Timbuktu primarily known for during the time of the Mali and Songhai empires?
What was Timbuktu primarily known for during the time of the Mali and Songhai empires?
What role did Sunni Ali play in the Songhai Empire?
What role did Sunni Ali play in the Songhai Empire?
Flashcards
Reasons for Ghana's Rise
Reasons for Ghana's Rise
Ghana's strategic location between gold and salt mines facilitated trade, leading to wealth and prosperity.
Reasons for Ghana's Fall
Reasons for Ghana's Fall
Northern invaders and later the Mali Empire's conquest contributed to Ghana's decline.
Mali's Rise Factors
Mali's Rise Factors
Rulers like Sundiata Keita and Mansa Musa played a key role in Mali's expansion and success.
Mali's Fall Cause
Mali's Fall Cause
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Songhai's Rise
Songhai's Rise
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Songhai's Fall
Songhai's Fall
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Trans-Saharan Trade Impact
Trans-Saharan Trade Impact
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Axum's Trading Role
Axum's Trading Role
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Sundiata Keita
Sundiata Keita
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African Tropical Regions
African Tropical Regions
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Gold-Salt Trade
Gold-Salt Trade
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Mansa Musa
Mansa Musa
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Ghana's Wealth
Ghana's Wealth
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Gold-Salt Trade
Gold-Salt Trade
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Iron Tools Impact
Iron Tools Impact
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Timbuktu
Timbuktu
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Nok Ironworking
Nok Ironworking
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Sunni Ali
Sunni Ali
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Ghana's Decline Causes
Ghana's Decline Causes
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Askia the Great
Askia the Great
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Sundiata's Rise
Sundiata's Rise
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Songhai's Fall
Songhai's Fall
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Trans-Saharan Trade
Trans-Saharan Trade
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Mansa Musa's Legacy
Mansa Musa's Legacy
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Study Notes
Essential Questions about the Rise and Decline of Great Empires
- Ghana's Rise: Strategic location between gold and salt mines led to wealth and prosperity.
- Ghana's Fall: Northern invaders and subsequent conquest by Mali.
- Mali's Rise: Leader Sundiata Keita, credited by griots for the empire's rise; Mansa Musa's reign further boosted the empire.
- Mali's Fall: Civil war following Mansa Musa's death.
- Songhai's Rise: Broke away from Mali, profiting from the gold and salt trade.
- Songhai's Fall: Invaded by the Moroccans.
Trade Routes and Partners
- Axum's Role: Important trading hub connecting Africa, the Mediterranean, and India.
- Exported Goods: Ivory, incense, and enslaved people.
- Imported Goods: Cloth, metal goods, and olive oil.
- 1300s Trade: African traders exchanged goods with inland states, including silk, glass beads, carpets, pottery for minerals, ivory, and coconut oil.
- Importance of Salt: Crucial for Trans-Saharan trade; needed for preserving food and replenishing lost minerals.
Impact of Religion on Empires
- Traditional African Religions: Challenged by Islam in the 700s CE.
- Conversion to Islam: Rulers converted in the 1000s CE; population's conversion followed in the 1400s CE, influencing Islamic laws and learning.
- Trans-Saharan Trade: Catalyst for the spread of Islam into Ghana which strengthened relationships with Muslim traders.
Ghana's Wealth and Decline
- Factors for Wealth: Military dominance over producers and traders of gold and salt, leading to wealth and power.
- 800s-900s CE: Height of Ghana's prosperity.
- 1100s CE: Disruptions in trade by invaders.
- 1200 CE: Conquest by Mali.
Mali's Rise and Mansa Musa's Contributions
- Sundiata Keita: Credited with establishing Mali; unified the people and gained control of gold mines.
- Mansa Musa: Further expanded Mali; supported Muslim scholars and artists.
- Centers of Learning: Mansa Musa's patronage for learning and the construction of mosques.
- Significance of Trade: Mansa Musa's extensive travels boosted Mali's wealth and reputation..
Gold and Salt Trade's Impact
- Ghana: Taxed caravans travelling through their territory.
- Mali: Monopolized the salt and gold trade making them very wealthy.
- Importance: Contributed significantly to the immense wealth of West African empires.
- Trans-Saharan Trade: Network facilitating exchanges of goods, ideas, and culture.
Sunni Ali and Askia the Great, and the Fall of Songhai
- Sunni Ali: Became Muslim to gain support; strengthened rule.
- Askia Muhammad: Consolidated Islamic learning centers; setup schools and universities.
- Fall of Songhai: Factors such as invasion by Moroccans, internal conflicts, economic decline, famine, and corruption.
Islam's Influence
- Urban Centers: Islam's influence started in urban centers and the ruling class.
- Kings and Rulers: Converts to Islam, while others did not convert and still patronized Islamic institutions.
- Merchant Elite: Primarily Muslim often the most influential merchants in the empires.
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Explore the essential questions surrounding the rise and fall of significant Empires such as Ghana, Mali, and Songhai. This quiz delves into key factors that influenced their prosperity and decline, as well as the crucial trade routes connecting them to the broader world.