Africa Slides Quiz

(a)   is NOT a crop mentioned as grown in the savanna.

• Rice
• Millet
• Sorghum
• Corn

Jason is studying the challenges faced by farmers in the savanna. What is a common issue they encounter?

• Lack of sunlight

• Frequent flooding

• Conflict with large game animals

• Poor air quality

What is the main trade route direction from Fez?

• South

• East

• West

• North

Charlotte and Benjamin were studying the challenges faced by farmers in forest areas. What did these farmers lack?

• Water for irrigation

• Rich soil to grow grain crops

• Access to markets

• Tools for farming

Trade routes developed along common pathways in West Africa (a)  

• Because of similar languages
• Due to different climate zones
• Because of political agreements
• Due to technological advancements

Where did farmers establish trade routes in West Africa?

• Along the Nile River

• In the tropical forests along the Atlantic Ocean

• In the Sahara Desert

• In the Mediterranean region

Trade in West Africa centered on two valuable resources: (a)   and ​ (b)  

• Iron
• Gold
• Diamonds
• Salt
• Silver

Allen is studying ancient trade routes and wants to know which areas could coins made from gold be used in trade with?

• Only Europe.

• Only the Islamic world.

• Other areas, including China.

• Only Africa.

​ ​ (a)   was the main use of gold in Europe and the Islamic world?

• Jewelry making.

• Building materials.

• Art creation.

• Coin production

What was a significant result of the introduction of camels in the Sahara?

• Decreased trade.

• Increased trade.

• No change in trade.

• Trade became more expensive.