Aztecs used mit’a system to support its state building.

Inca Empire formed a tributary empire in Mesoamerica that relied on a strong military.

Mayan civilizations practiced central government by having city-states.

Scribes in Mayan civilizations can be male or female.

The Aztecs built irrigation systems and Chinanmpas.

The Aztecs allowed conquered local rulers to stay in their positions to serve as tribute collectors in return for protection.

Theocracy means ruled by religious leaders.

Inca means people of the Sun.

The Incan empire declined when the Portuguese came over and conquered them

The Incan empire practiced royal ancestor veneration.

Sub-Saharan Africa formed a centralized government

Hausa Kindom grew its wealth by utilizing Indian Ocean Trade.

Sundiata made Mali prosper by trading gold.

Swahili language is an example of syncretism.

Ethiopia's first religion was Islam then Christianity followed.