Ancient Mali's Resources and Trade

The video discusses different types of resources: human, capital, and natural. It explores the roles of human resources in ancient Mali, such as farmers, miners, and traders. The video explains gold mining techniques and the importance of trade routes for exchanging gold and salt. It highlights natural resources like salt, gold, and water, and concludes with an interactive activity to categorize these resources.

What are human resources?

• Materials from nature

• People working to produce goods and services

• Tools and machines

• Buildings and infrastructure

Which of the following was a common job in ancient Mali?

• Artist

• Engineer

• Miner

• Scientist

What was the primary purpose of mining in ancient Mali?

• To find coal

• To extract gold for trade

• To build infrastructure

• To create sculptures

How did people in ancient Mali pan for gold?

• With the help of animals

• By using magnets

• By digging deep mines

• Using a sieve to separate gold from soil

What was a key trade item in ancient Mali?

• Iron

• Salt

• Spices

• Silk

Why was salt valuable in ancient Mali?

• It was used as a currency

• It was used for health and food preservation

• It was a rare mineral

• It was used in construction

What natural resource was crucial for farming in ancient Mali?

• The Sahara Desert

• The Mediterranean Sea

• The Niger River

• The Atlantic Ocean

Which of the following is a natural resource?

• A factory

• A computer

• A road

• A river

What was Timbuktu's significance in ancient Mali?

• It was a mining town

• It was a major trade center

• It was a military base

• It was a religious site

Which of the following is NOT a capital resource?

• A river

• A machine

• A tool

• A building