African Historical Terms

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artifact

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An object made by a human being, typically of cultural or historical interest.

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Jenne-jeno

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An ancient city in the Niger River Valley, known as one of the oldest urbanized centers in sub-Saharan Africa.

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Niger River

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A major river in West Africa, important for trade and transportation.

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Nok

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An ancient African civilization known for its advanced terracotta sculptures, located in present-day Nigeria.

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Sahara

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The largest hot desert in the world, located in North Africa.

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Sahel

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A semi-arid region of Africa between the Sahara to the north and the savannas to the south.

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savanna

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A grassy plain in tropical and subtropical regions, with few trees.

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smelting

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The process of extracting metal from its ore by a process involving heating and melting.

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tribute

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A payment made periodically by one state or ruler to another, especially as a sign of dependence.