WH Topic 8 Lesson 3 Check for Understanding

What empire was formed in Northern Africa in the 11th century?

• Ottoman Empire

• Mali Empire

• Almoravid Empire

• Ayyubid Empire

Who eventually overthrew the Almoravids?

• The Almohads

• The Fatimids

• The Abbasids

• The Umayyads

What animal helped expand trade across the Sahara?

• Camel

• Horse

• Elephant

• Donkey

What other item became a major trade item?

• Silk

• Spices

• Gold

• Tea

What major item did Ghana’s kings control?

• Gold

• Silver

• Spices

• Silk