Ch. 12 Review

Front

Which three kingdoms dominated West Africa until 1600 CE (A.D.)?

Back

Ghana, Mali, and Songhai

Front

The early history of West Africa is difficult to learn because most history was not ______.

Back

written

Front

What were the two important minerals that made the Kingdom of Ghana wealthy and powerful?

Back

Salt and Gold

Front

During the time of the Ghana kingdom, salt was often used as ______.

Back

Money

Front

Which of the following goods was NOT traded by the Kingdom of Mali? Gold, Spices, Ostrich feathers, Silk

Back

Silk

Front

The Kingdom of Mali traded gold for ______.

Back

fresh water

Front

What was the main religion in the Songhai Kingdom?

Back

Islam

Front

Which West African kingdom was at its peak of power between 1250-1300s CE?

Back

Mali

Front

The largest of the three West African kingdoms was ______. Options: Ghana, Mali, Songhai

Back

Songhai

Front

What was a key factor in the flourishing of the great kingdoms of West Africa?

Back

The Trans-Saharan caravan trade