west africa Flashcards
(10 cards)
1
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West African storyteller and oral historian.
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Griot
2
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Medieval West African empire known for wealth and trade.
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Mali Empire
3
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Ancient West African empire focused on gold-salt trade.
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Ghana Empire
4
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Powerful West African empire succeeding Mali.
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Songhai Empire
4
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Indigenous North African ethnic group.
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Berber
5
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Renowned Mali Empire ruler and Hajj traveler.
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Mansa Musa
6
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Moroccan explorer and traveler in the 14th century.
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Ibn Battuta
7
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Trade networks crossing the Sahara.
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Trans-Saharan Caravan Trade
8
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Ancient city in Mali with mud-brick architecture.
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Djenne: Ancient city in Mali with mud-brick architecture.
9
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Historic West African city known for learning and trade
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Timbuktu
