Africa Slides Flashcard

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

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Conflict with large game animals

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What is the main trade route direction from Fez?

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South

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

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Rich soil to grow grain crops

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Where did farmers establish trade routes in West Africa?

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In the tropical forests along the Atlantic Ocean

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Which areas could coins made from gold be used in trade with?

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Other areas, including China.

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

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Increased trade.

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What did trade caravans bring back to Taghaza from Wangara?

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Gold

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What goods traveled south from North Africa?

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Copper, woven cloth, and cowrie shells

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Which neighboring kingdom conquered Ghana’s capital of Kumbi?

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Mali

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How did the Sahel and savannas contribute to the connection between different trade routes?

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By connecting trade between different regions