Population and Trade in Africa

The early civilizations of Africa were great empires. Their location along waterways allowed for their wealth and power to increase. Which of these was easier for them to do because of their location along waterways?

• hunting

• religion

• trade

• industry

Which of the following is an effect of the Trans-Atlantic Trade?

• It created an atmosphere of lawlessness and violence in Africa.

• It led to depopulation in Africa.

• It led to long term impoverishment of African countries.

• All of the following

In what continent did the Europeans get slaves from ?

• America

• Africa

• Portugal

• Spain

------------- is another name for the Trans-Atlantic Trade.

• Trade By Barter

• Circular Trade

• Triangular Trade

• Trans-Saharan Trade

How do you think the slaves were treated during the Trans-Atlantic Trade?

• sensitively

• fairly

• cruelly

• earthly

Which of the following is an advantage of the Trans-Atlantic Trade to the Americans ?

• It allowed the trading of goods and commodities across the world.

• The trade system provided cheap labor and created new markets.

• Slaves that gained their freedom became free citizens of the countries they were

• All of the above

What was a major factor that contributed to the growth of ancient African empires like Mali and Ghana?

• Agriculture

• Trade

• Religion

• Military conquest

Which of the following African regions was known for its significant role in the gold and salt trade?

• The Sahara Desert

• The Nile Valley

• The Congo Basin

• The Kalahari Desert

What impact did the Indian Ocean trade have on the Swahili Coast of Africa?

• It isolated the region from other cultures

• It led to the spread of Islam

• It caused a decline in local economies

• It resulted in the colonization by European powers

Which African city was a major center of trade and learning during the Mali Empire?

• Cairo

• Timbuktu

• Lagos

• Nairobi