Where did the West African empires gain most of their wealth from?

The West African empires gained most of their wealth through trading between other regions.

Who took the heir to the throne after the King died in the kingdom?

The son of the King’s sister would inherit the King’s power after he died. The royal inheritance of Ghana’s kingdom was matrilineal.

What were two factors that contributed to the growth of trans-Saharan trade?

Two factors that contributed to its growth were the introduction of the camel as transportation and the spread of Islam.

What was the journey south from the Sahara like for the traders?

The journey south for the traders was a very long and difficult journey. The caravans would sometimes get lost or potentially die during travel as the journey through the desert lasted about two months.

Why was the area of Wangara kept a secret?

Wangara was kept a secret because it was loaded with plenty of gold. The exact location of the place remains unknown as the Wangarans kept the location of Wangara a secret to protect their gold supply.

What were two ways salt was produced in the Sahara?

Two ways salt was produced in the Sahara were through evaporation and mining. Water was poured into holes to draw out the salt that then evaporated in the sun to be collected in blocks. Miners dug through trenches and tunnels in search of salt as well.

Why was Kumbi considered the busiest market in West Africa?

Kumbi was considered the busiest market in West Africa because it was a big place where local craftspeople sold lots of their goods, food, cattle and enslaved people. Items such as jewelry, clothes, weapons, leather goods were sold to buyers.

What was silent bartering?

Silent barter was a system of trade that the Wangarans used between other traders without ever meeting in person. The Wangarans beat drums as announcements for trade and left the location to wait for the other traders to arrive to review the offer.

Where did Mali gain much of their wealth from?

Mali’s empire gained much of their wealth from trading. Particularly, trading with gold would expand the empire’s wealth.

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Unit 10 lesson 23

Unit 10 lesson 23- Ancient Africa

Question	Answer
Where did the West African empires gain most of their wealth from?	The West African empires gained most of their wealth through trading between other regions.
Who took the heir to the throne after the King died in the kingdom?	The son of the King’s sister would inherit the King’s power after he died. The royal inheritance of Ghana’s kingdom was matrilineal.
What were two factors that contributed to the growth of trans-Saharan trade?	Two factors that contributed to its growth were the introduction of the camel as transportation and the spread of Islam.
What was the journey south from the Sahara like for the traders?	The journey south for the traders was a very long and difficult journey. The caravans would sometimes get lost or potentially die during travel as the journey through the desert lasted about two months.
Why was the area of Wangara kept a secret?	Wangara was kept a secret because it was loaded with plenty of gold. The exact location of the place remains unknown as the Wangarans kept the location of Wangara a secret to protect their gold supply.
What were two ways salt was produced in the Sahara?	Two ways salt was produced in the Sahara were through evaporation and mining. Water was poured into holes to draw out the salt that then evaporated in the sun to be collected in blocks. Miners dug through trenches and tunnels in search of salt as well.
Why was Kumbi considered the busiest market in West Africa?	Kumbi was considered the busiest market in West Africa because it was a big place where local craftspeople sold lots of their goods, food, cattle and enslaved people. Items such as jewelry, clothes, weapons, leather goods were sold to buyers.
What was silent bartering?	Silent barter was a system of trade that the Wangarans used between other traders without ever meeting in person. The Wangarans beat drums as announcements for trade and left the location to wait for the other traders to arrive to review the offer.
Where did Mali gain much of their wealth from?	Mali’s empire gained much of their wealth from trading. Particularly, trading with gold would expand the empire’s wealth.

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