Exploring West African Empires and Trade

Exploring West African Empires and Trade

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Social Studies

6th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What was a significant factor in the rise of the Mali Empire? Options: The discovery of oil reserves, Control of gold and salt trade routes, The invention of the printing press, The establishment of a naval fleet

Back

Control of gold and salt trade routes

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which city became a major center of learning and culture during the Mali Empire?

Back

Timbuktu

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What was the primary purpose of the Trans Saharan Trade Routes?

Back

To facilitate trade between North and West Africa

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which of the following was a key trade good from West Africa during the Trans Saharan Trade? Silk, Spices, Gold, Tea

Back

Gold

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How did Timbuktu contribute to cultural exchange in Africa?

Back

By being a center for Islamic scholarship and learning

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which empire was known for its wealth and influence in Western Africa before the rise of the Mali Empire?

Back

Ghana Empire

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What was one of the impacts of the Trans Saharan Trade on West African society?

Back

Spread of Islam

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