7.24 Trans-Saharan Caravan Trade

Which trade route was key to the exchange of cultural traditions between different regions of the world?

• The Silk Road

• The Trans-Saharan caravan trade

• The Spice Route

• The Mediterranean Sea route

During which centuries did Arab traders from North Africa establish a trading relationship with West African kingdoms?

• 5th and 6th centuries

• 8th and 9th centuries

• 11th and 12th centuries

• 14th and 15th centuries

What new faith did Arab traders introduce to West African kingdoms?

• Christianity

• Hinduism

• Buddhism

• Islam

How did the spread of Islam influence West African culture?

• It led to the decline of West African kingdoms

• It had no impact on West African culture

• It influenced schools, architecture, and language

• It caused conflicts between West African kingdoms

Which West African kingdom benefited the most from the cultural exchange?

• Ghana

• Songhai

• Mali

• Benin

What was the main reason for the flourishing of the West African kingdoms?

• The discovery of gold mines

• The establishment of strong military forces

• The development of advanced agricultural techniques

• The Trans-Saharan caravan trade

What impact did the Trans-Saharan caravan trade have on West African kingdoms?

• It led to the adoption of Christianity

• It caused conflicts with North African kingdoms

• It brought wealth and cultural exchange

• It resulted in the decline of trade

Which of the following was NOT influenced by the spread of Islam in West Africa?

• Schools

• Architecture

• Language

• Traditional African religions

What was the role of Arab traders in the Trans-Saharan caravan trade?

• They were the main suppliers of goods

• They were the rulers of West African kingdoms

• They introduced Islam to West African kingdoms

• They were responsible for the decline of trade

What was the significance of the Trans-Saharan caravan trade for West African kingdoms?

• It brought economic prosperity

• It led to the establishment of powerful military forces

• It resulted in the spread of Christianity

• It caused conflicts with neighboring kingdoms