Flashcard on the Kingdom of Ghana

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What was the impact of constant war on Ghana before 1076?

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It greatly weakened the kingdom.

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Where did Ghana’s traders and farmers migrate to by the early 1200s?

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South and West.

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What was a major reason for the decline of Ghana by the early 1200s?

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Soil exhaustion.

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What was the state of written language in West Africa before the arrival of Arab traders?

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They had no written language.

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What language did traders and others learn to speak and write in West Africa due to Arab influence?

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Arabic.

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What was the Kingdom of Ghana known for in terms of trade?

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It was known for its wealth in gold and trade routes.

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What role did the Sahara Desert play in Ghana's trade?

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It served as a barrier and a trade route for caravans.

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What was the capital city of the Kingdom of Ghana?

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Kumbi Saleh.

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How did the introduction of Islam influence Ghana?

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It led to changes in trade practices and cultural exchanges.

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What were the main goods traded by the Kingdom of Ghana?

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Gold, salt, and ivory.