History Grade 7 Flashcards
(31 cards)
What empire emerged after the decline of the Ghana Empire?
The Mali Empire
The Mali Empire reached its peak in the 14th century.
Who was the renowned leader of the Mali Empire during its zenith?
Mansa Musa
Mansa Musa is known for his wealth and Islamic faith.
In what year did Mansa Musa undertake his pilgrimage to Mecca?
1324
This pilgrimage showcased Mali’s prosperity.
What were the main goods traded by the Mali Empire?
- Gold
- Salt
- Ivory
- Slaves
The empire thrived on trans-Saharan trade.
What city became a vital trade hub connecting West Africa with North Africa?
Timbuktu
Timbuktu was located on the southern edge of the Sahara Desert.
What significant institution was established in Timbuktu under Mansa Musa?
Sankore University
It attracted scholars from across the Islamic world.
What type of manuscripts are preserved in Timbuktu?
Islamic manuscripts
They cover subjects ranging from astronomy to law.
What title is used for kings or rulers in the Mali Empire?
Mansa
This title signifies authority and leadership.
Who led a rebellion by enslaved Africans aboard the Amistad ship?
Joseph Cinque
The Amistad Mutiny in 1839 became a key event in the abolitionist movement.
What was the purpose of the Underground Railroad?
To help slaves escape to freedom
It was a network of safe houses and secret routes.
What was the outcome of the American Civil War?
Union Victory
This victory led to the end of slavery.
What was the forced transport of African slaves to the Americas called?
Transatlantic Slave Trade
It occurred from the 16th to 19th centuries.
What trade routes were used by camel caravans across the Sahara Desert?
Trans-Saharan Caravan Route
These routes were crucial for ancient trade.
What significant event involved Nat Turner in 1831?
Nat Turner’s Revolt
This slave rebellion significantly affected the abolition movement.
What U.S. law passed in 1850 required the return of escaped slaves?
Fugitive Slave Act
This law mandated the return of escaped slaves even in free states.
What is the term for a market where slaves were sold to the highest bidder?
Slave Auction
These were common in the Americas.
What type of farms were worked by slaves in the American South?
Plantations
They produced crops like cotton, sugar, and tobacco.
What organization is responsible for preserving cultural sites, including World Heritage Sites?
UNESCO
UNESCO stands for United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization.
What is the act of freeing someone from slavery called?
Emancipation
This was notably marked by the Emancipation Proclamation.
What is the term for acts of opposing or defying authority?
Resistance
This includes slave resistance against owners.
What is the term for a group of regular people trained to fight in emergencies?
Militia
Militias are often composed of civilians.
What is a large, sharp blade often used in plantations?
Machete
Machetes were also used as tools in agricultural labor.
What is the term for a violent uprising against oppressive systems?
Revolt
Examples include Nat Turner’s Revolt and the Amistad Mutiny.
What is the term for a temporary alliance of groups or people?
Coalition
Coalitions are often formed for specific purposes.
