Economy of Africa Station 2

What was the primary reason for the Kingdom of Ghana's powerful empire according to the text?

• It had the largest army in West Africa.

• It was located between salt mines in North Africa and gold mines in West Africa.

• It had the most advanced technology of the time.

• It was the only kingdom to use camels for trade.

🌍✨ Imagine traveling back in time to the Kingdom of Ghana! Which precious commodity was the star of the trans-Saharan trade? 🐫💫

• Spices

• Salt

• Textiles

• Livestock

What role did camels play in the trade across the Sahara?

• They were used as currency.

• They were the primary source of food.

• They were used for entertainment.

• They were adapted to the harsh environment and used for transportation.

Imagine you're a trader on the ancient trans-Saharan routes. Which city, known for its immense wealth and bustling markets, was the crown jewel of the Kingdom of Ghana?

• Timbuktu

• Kumbi

• Djenné

• Wagadu

How did the Kingdom of Mali become more powerful and wealthy?

• By developing advanced weaponry.

• By discovering more gold mines than Ghana.

• By establishing a monopoly on the salt trade.

• By engaging in trade and agriculture.

Who were the adventurous traders that braved the vast and challenging Sahara to boost its economy through desert caravans?

• The Berbers

• The Egyptians

• The Phoenicians

• The Romans

What was the significance of the Niger River for the Kingdom of Mali?

• It was a natural barrier against invasions.

• It was a source of gold.

• It served as an important source of travel and trade.

• It was used for large-scale irrigation projects.

🌍✨ In the grand Kingdom of Songhai, two cities shone brightly as beacons of learning and bustling hubs of commerce. Can you guess which ones they were?

• Kumbi and Wagadu

• Timbuktu and Djenné

• Cairo and Alexandria

• Marrakech and Fes

Kumbi, Ghana's wealthiest city, benefited from the trans-Saharan trade by offering various commodities. What was one of the commodities?

Northern traders brought salt, cowrie shells, and copper, while southern traders provided ___