Africa before the trade in captured Africans Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
From which region were African people brought to the Caribbean?
A
West Africa
This includes various African states that contributed to the transatlantic slave trade.
2
Q
Name three African states from which people were taken.
A
- Guinea
- Ghana
- Nigeria
Other states include Benin, Gabon, Côte d’Ivoire, Congo, Togo, Equatorial Guinea, and Niger.
3
Q
What type of civilizations existed in Africa before the arrival of Europeans?
A
Advanced civilizations
These civilizations included large and powerful kingdoms.
4
Q
Name three powerful kingdoms that existed in Africa before European arrival.
A
- Mali
- Songhai
- Ghana
These kingdoms were known for their wealth and influence in the region.
