Ch 08 DBQ Test African Civilizations

According to the chart, which kingdom developed in Southeast Africa?

• Axum

• Mali

• Songhai

• Zimbabwe

Answer explanation

The kingdom that developed in Southeast Africa is Zimbabwe, known for its impressive stone ruins and trade networks, distinguishing it from the other options which are located in West Africa.

According to the chart, which kingdom traded enslaved people?

• Axum

• Ghana

• Mali

• Songhai

Answer explanation

The chart indicates that the Axum kingdom was involved in the trade of enslaved people, distinguishing it from the other kingdoms listed, which did not have this specific trade activity.

According to the chart, what did the kingdoms of Ghana and Mali have in common?

• They both traded gold and copper.

• They both traded ivory.

• They were both in East Africa and traded iron products.

• They were both in West Africa and traded salt and gold.

Answer explanation

The kingdoms of Ghana and Mali were both located in West Africa and were known for trading valuable resources, particularly salt and gold, which were crucial to their economies.

According to the chart, what kingdom became wealthy by taxing traders who traveled through its land?

• Adulis

• Gao

• Saleh

• Timbuktu

Answer explanation

The chart indicates that Saleh became wealthy by imposing taxes on traders passing through its territory, making it the correct answer.

According to the song, where was the person singing the song hoping to go?

• to the next plantation

• to heaven

• back to Africa

• to where the trumpet sounds

Answer explanation

The song expresses a longing to reach a place of peace and joy, symbolized by 'where the trumpet sounds,' indicating a desire for a better afterlife rather than the other options.

According to the song, what does the person hear sounding in his or her soul?

• a trumpet

• lightning

• sinners trembling

• tombstones bursting

Answer explanation

In the song, the person hears 'a trumpet' sounding in their soul, which symbolizes a call or awakening. This choice stands out as it conveys a powerful and significant sound, unlike the other options.

The rise and fall of early African trading empires were influenced by:

• geographical advantages and invasions

• technological advancements and cultural exchanges

• religious beliefs and political alliances

• climatic changes and agricultural practices

Answer explanation

The rise and fall of early African trading empires were significantly shaped by geographical advantages, such as access to trade routes, and invasions that disrupted stability and control over these regions.