Empires and Civilizations of the Past

The video explores the Songhai Empire in Africa, highlighting its trade routes and Islamic influence. It then delves into the Aztec and Inca civilizations in the Americas, discussing their advanced societies, agriculture, and eventual conquest by Spanish conquistadors. Finally, the video covers the Ottoman Empire's dominance in the Middle East, its control over trade routes, and its cultural contributions.

What was the capital of the Songhai Empire?

• Timbuktu

• Gao

• Mali

• Niger

Which two commodities were crucial in the Songhai trade routes?

• Gold and silver

• Salt and pepper

• Gold and salt

• Copper and tin

What was the Aztec capital city known for its island location?

• Cusco

• Gao

• Tenochtitlan

• Machu Picchu

Which agricultural technique did the Aztecs use to grow crops?

• Slash and burn

• Irrigation

• Chinampas agriculture

• Terrace farming

Who was the Spanish conquistador that conquered the Aztecs?

• Columbus

• Pizarro

• Cortez

• Magellan

What was the Inca capital city?

• Gao

• Machu Picchu

• Cusco

• Tenochtitlan

What architectural feature made Inca buildings resistant to earthquakes?

• Metal reinforcements

• Wooden beams

• Interlocking stones

• Use of mortar

Which empire conquered Constantinople in 1432?

• Persian Empire

• Roman Empire

• Byzantine Empire

• Ottoman Empire

What was a significant consequence of the Ottoman conquest of Constantinople?

• Decrease in European goods' prices

• End of the Silk Road

• Rise in European goods' prices

• Discovery of new trade routes

What was the Ottoman Empire famous for trading?

• Wool and textiles

• Gold and silver

• Silk and spices

• Turkish coffee and ceramics