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What did the huge Arab caravans mainly carry to the people of Africa?
What did the huge Arab caravans mainly carry to the people of Africa?
Besides gold and ivory, what other commodity did West Africans trade with the Arab caravans?
Besides gold and ivory, what other commodity did West Africans trade with the Arab caravans?
Apart from goods, what intangible item did the Arab caravans bring with them to West Africa?
Apart from goods, what intangible item did the Arab caravans bring with them to West Africa?
What was the main reason for the decline of the African trade routes established by the Arab caravans?
What was the main reason for the decline of the African trade routes established by the Arab caravans?
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During which centuries did the African trade routes have their peak period of vibrancy?
During which centuries did the African trade routes have their peak period of vibrancy?
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What animal was often referred to as the 'ships of the desert' during the Trans-Saharan caravan trade?
What animal was often referred to as the 'ships of the desert' during the Trans-Saharan caravan trade?
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In comparison to Hollywood's portrayal of the Sahara Desert, what aspect of history do movies often neglect?
In comparison to Hollywood's portrayal of the Sahara Desert, what aspect of history do movies often neglect?
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How were the merchants and their camels organized when traveling long distances across the Sahara Desert?
How were the merchants and their camels organized when traveling long distances across the Sahara Desert?
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What term is used to describe the Trans-Saharan trade routes due to their bustling nature, similar to sea-based trade routes?
What term is used to describe the Trans-Saharan trade routes due to their bustling nature, similar to sea-based trade routes?
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Which group of traders from North Africa played a significant role in carrying trade goods across the Sahara Desert?
Which group of traders from North Africa played a significant role in carrying trade goods across the Sahara Desert?
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