Ancient Africa Flashcards

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Savanna

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Grasslands making up about 40% of Africa.

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Sahara

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Vast desert in Northern Africa that serves as a natural barrier.

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Caravan

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A group traveling together for support and safety.

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Ghana

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First great trading empire of West Africa.

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Clan

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A group of people descended from the same ancestor.

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Silent Barter

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The exchange/trade of goods without any direct contact, used because of a language barrier between the North (salt) and West (gold) Africans.

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Sundiata

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The Lion Prince who united the people of Mali and expanded the empire.

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Mansa Musa

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Mali’s greatest king known for vast riches, spread of Islam, and leadership.

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Songhai

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The largest of the West African trading empires.

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Askia Muhammad Ture

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A general and devout Muslim who divided the Songhai empire into provinces, reaching its height under his leadership.