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This is a map of Africa. What letter marks the location of the Niger River?

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A

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This is a map of Africa. Which number correctly identifies the location of the Sahara Desert?

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1

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This is a map of Africa. Which number indicates the location of the savanna?

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3

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This map shows the locations of various mines and trade routes across western and northern Africa. Based on the map, what natural feature would have likely assisted western African traders?

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Niger River

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Which term best completes this chart describing several of the geographic features of Africa? Options: bush, Patagonia, Sahel, tundra

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Sahel

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This is a map of Africa. Which number correctly identifies the Atlantic Ocean?

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1

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How are Djenne and Timbuktu similar?

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They are both historical centers of trade in West Africa.

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This is a map of Africa. Which number correctly identifies the Gulf of Guinea?

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1

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This is a map of Africa and Southwest Asia. Which number correctly identifies the city of Djenne?

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1

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This map shows some of the trade routes in West Africa. What conclusion can be drawn from this map?

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Rivers (such as the Niger), natural resources, and trade routes made it possible for civilizations in West Africa to prosper.