African Civilizations

What river was important for trade and farming in West Africa?

Which empire replaced Mali as the most powerful kingdom in West Africa?

How did the leaders of Ghana control trade in their empire?

What was Great Zimbabwe known for?

Which religion spread to West Africa due to trade and became an important part of Mali and Songhai?

Which African kingdom was known for its location along the Red Sea and its adoption of Christianity?

Which famous ruler of Mali expanded the empire and made a pilgrimage to Mecca, showing off its great wealth?

What was the name of the city in Mali that became a center of learning and trade?

What type of trade helped Axum become powerful?

What was the main reason the West African kingdoms of Ghana, Mali, and Songhai became wealthy?