CK African Kingdoms CH 4

What was the nickname of the Kingdom of Ghana?

• The Land of Silver

• The Land of Iron

• The Land of Salt

• The Land of Gold

Why was Ghana called the "Land of Gold"?

• Because it had many gold mines

• Because it controlled the gold trade

• Because it was rich in gold jewelry

• Because it had golden palaces

What was the main reason for Ghana's wealth?

• Farming

• Fishing

• Taxes from merchants

• Manufacturing

What did the king of Ghana keep from the gold mines?

• Gold dust

• Gold nuggets

• Silver coins

• Iron ore

How valuable was salt in western Africa during the time of the Kingdom of Ghana?

• Less valuable than gold

• Not valuable at all

• More valuable than gold

• As valuable as gold

Why was salt considered so precious during the time of the Kingdom of Ghana?

• It was used to build houses

• It was used to make jewelry

• It was vital for body functions and food preservation

• It was used as a currency

What natural resources were found in the Kingdom of Ghana?

• Silver and copper

• Gold and iron ore

• Diamonds and coal

• Oil and gas

What new religion was brought to Ghana by traders?

• Islam

• Buddhism

• Christianity

• Hinduism

How did Islam spread in Ghana?

• Through wars

• Through trade and conversion

• Through government laws

• Through schools

Why did Muslims from the north invade Ghana?

• To find new lands

• To build new cities

• To spread their language

• To control Ghana’s gold trade