Ancient Africa

Which of the following was NOT a great kingdom of West Africa

• Mali

• Ghana

• Mali

• Cairo

Why was salt so important in West Africa?

• Salt was used to preserve food.

• Salt was used in rituals

• Salt was used for money

What resource was usually traded for salt?

• Diamonds

• Oil

• Gold

• Iron

Africa is the _____ largest country in the world.

• 2nd

• 1st

• 7th

• 4th

Africa is a ______________.

• State

• Country

• City

• Continent

What is Africa's largest desert called?

• The Sahara Desert

• The Gobi Desert

Which ancient civilization made the three pyramids?

• Mali

• Egypt

• Songhai

Which leader was known as the richest man?

• The Sultan in Cairo

• Mansa Musa

• Askia

Which two natural resources were found in Western Africa?

• Gold and silver

• Ivory and silk

• Salt and gold

Ghana, Mali, and Songhai began in which region of Africa?

• West Africa

• Central Africa

• Southern Africa