East, Central, and South Africa

What geographical feature connects East Africa with the Persian Gulf, the Mediterranean Sea, and the Indian Ocean?

• The Red Sea

• The Atlantic Ocean

• The Nile River

• The Sahara Desert

Which kingdom emerged as a prosperous trading hub by A.D. 100?

• Ghana

• Aksum

• Mali

• Kush

What was the official religion of Aksum after King Ezana's conversion?

• Hinduism

• Christianity

• Judaism

• Islam

What was one of the main exports of Aksum?

• Textiles

• Ivory

• Gold

• Salt

What led to the decline of Aksum?

• Lack of technological advancement

• Invasion by European powers

• Deforestation, droughts, and overfarming

• Discovery of new trade routes

What made the East African coast important for trade?

• It was the only place with experienced sailors.

• It had the best shipbuilding facilities.

• It was easily reached by land or sea.

• It was the only source of monsoon winds.

What are monsoons?

• Strong winds that blow in a predictable pattern.

• A navigational tool used by mariners.

• Large waves that occur in the Indian Ocean.

• A type of ship used by East African sailors.

In which direction do the monsoon winds blow from April to October?

• Northwest from Africa to Europe.

• Northeast from Africa toward India.

• Southwest from India to Africa.

• Southeast from India to Australia.

How long could the round trip from Africa to India and back take?

• A full year.

• A few months.

• Two years.

• A few weeks.

What was the name of the ship used in the Indian Ocean trade?

• Dhow.

• Galleon.

• Caravel.

• Junk.