West African Empires

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The physical environment and how it influences an economy and culture. Examples: desert, island, etc.

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geography

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How a civilization makes money

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economy

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Civilizations are divided into classes that have different roles, responsibilities and privileges. Slaves, Kings, and merchants are an example of this.

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Social Structure/Class

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A belief system like Buddhism or Islam is an example of ___________.

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Religion

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The lasting contributions of a civilization, like art and science.

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Achievements

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Which example best explains the G in Grapes? Options: religion, President, ruler, laws, policies, Democracy

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ruler, laws, policies

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What citizens were at the bottom of all three empires in West Africa?

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slaves

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What is the correct order for the three empires of West Africa? Options: Ghana, Songhai, Mali; Mali, Songhai, Ghana; Ghana, Mali, Songhai; Songhai, Mali, Ghana.

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Ghana, Mali, Songhai

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The __________ was at the top of the Social pyramid in all three empires.

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King

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What was the primary economic activity in the empires of West Africa?

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Trade