Lesson 15: Culture & Kingdoms of West Africa (7th)

How long is the Sahara Desert?

• 3.5 million miles

• 100 miles

The Niger River was used for _________?

• Swimming

• Trading

The northern part of the Niger River has ________?

• Woodland Forest & Shrubs

• Rainforest & Rain

The southern part of the Niger River has ________?

• Woodland Forest & Shrubs

• Rainforest & Rain

Communities includes...

• Family and Extended family

• Friends and Family

What did families do?

• Trade

• Work together to harvest crops

Why did extended families band together?

• Protection

• To have big parties

What does iron used for?

• To make tools

• To make toys

What did the town of Jenne-jeno do?

• Harvest crops

• Trade