Ghana, Mali, and Songhai, grew from states to empires in the Western Sudan from the 9th to the end of the 16th centuries. Some of the features they had in common were
a.
extensive trade between states and across the Sahara
b.
strong bureaucracies and strong armies
c.
developed agriculture and iron production
d.
all of the above
In class, we discussed the significance and importance of the fall of Songhai in 1591. Some of the results of the decline and fall of Songhai were
a.
the development of a common African identity across West Africa.
b.
the emergence of competing, and conflicting, splinter states
c.
an increase in the slave trade across the Atlantic
d.
b and c
In the Kingdom of the Kongo,
a.
Power was centralized under the King, the Mani Kongo.
b.
there was a common identity because everyone saw themselves as Kongolese.
c.
there was a "Tribute Re-distribution System" of trade within the Kingdom with the King at the center of that trading system.
d.
there was a weak bureaucracy and army leading to its defeat by the Portuguese
In class we discussed the transition that Europe was going through prior to its contact with Africa in the 15th century. We concluded that Europe (particularly Western European states) were in a process of transition from
a.
Slavery to Feudalism
b.
Feudalism to Capitalism
c.
Capitalism to Socialism
d.
None of the above
Ghana, Mali, and Songhai, grew from states to empires in the Western Sudan from the 9th to the end of the 16th centuries. Some of the features they had in common were control of the gold and salt trade routes to the East.
For the first question, the correct answer is (d) all of the above. Ghana, Mali, and Songhai all had extensive trade networks, strong bureaucracies and armies, and developed agriculture and iron production.
For the second question, the correct answer is (d) b and c. The decline and fall of Songhai resulted in the emergence of competing and conflicting splinter states as well as an increase in the slave trade across the Atlantic.
For the third question, the correct answers are (a) Power was centralized under the King, the Mani Kongo, and (c) there was a "Tribute Re-distribution System" of trade within the Kingdom with the King at the center of that trading system.
For the fourth question, the correct answer is (b) Feudalism to Capitalism. Europe, particularly Western European states, were transitioning from feudalism to capitalism prior to their contact with Africa in the 15th century.
To answer the first question, "Ghana, Mali, and Songhai, grew from states to empires in the Western Sudan from the 9th to the end of the 16th centuries. Some of the features they had in common were", the correct answer is d. all of the above.
To arrive at this answer, you can analyze the information provided about Ghana, Mali, and Songhai empire. According to the statement, these empires shared several features in common. First, they engaged in extensive trade between states and across the Sahara. This indicates that there was a thriving commercial network within and beyond these empires. Second, they had strong bureaucracies and armies, suggesting that they had efficient administrative systems and military forces to maintain and expand their empires. Lastly, they had developed agriculture and iron production, which indicates that they had a prosperous agricultural sector and the technological capability to produce iron goods. Combining all these features, we can conclude that the correct answer is d. all of the above.
Moving on to the second question, "In class, we discussed the significance and importance of the fall of Songhai in 1591. Some of the results of the decline and fall of Songhai were", the correct answer is c. an increase in the slave trade across the Atlantic.
To determine this answer, you need to consider the consequences of the fall of Songhai empire. The decline and fall of Songhai led to various outcomes, including the emergence of competing, and conflicting, splinter states, as stated in option b. Additionally, it resulted in an increase in the slave trade across the Atlantic, as mentioned in option c. The fall of Songhai disrupted the political stability in the region, leading to power struggles and conflicts among smaller states. This created an environment that facilitated the capture and enslavement of individuals, subsequently increasing the Transatlantic slave trade. Therefore, the correct answer is d. b and c.
For the third question, "In the Kingdom of the Kongo", the correct answer is a. Power was centralized under the King, the Mani Kongo.
To arrive at this answer, you can analyze the information provided about the Kingdom of the Kongo. It states that power was centralized under the King, known as the Mani Kongo. This implies that the King held significant authority and controlled the governance of the kingdom. Option b is not accurate since it states that there was a common identity because everyone saw themselves as Kongolese, which is not explicitly mentioned in the statement. Option c mentions a "Tribute Re-distribution System" of trade within the Kingdom with the King at the center, which aligns with the concept of centralization under the King. Option d is incorrect as it suggests a weak bureaucracy and army, leading to defeat by the Portuguese, which is not mentioned in the statement. Therefore, the correct answer is a. Power was centralized under the King, the Mani Kongo.
For the final question, "In class we discussed the transition that Europe was going through prior to its contact with Africa in the 15th century. We concluded that Europe (particularly Western European states) were in a process of transition from", the correct answer is b. Feudalism to Capitalism.
To determine this answer, you need to recall the discussion in class about Europe's transition before its contact with Africa. The statement states that Europe, especially Western European states, were in a process of transition. Option a, Slavery to Feudalism, is incorrect as it suggests a transition from slavery, which was already prevalent during feudal times. Option c, Capitalism to Socialism, is not accurate as socialism emerged much later in history. Option d, None of the above, is incorrect because the statement explicitly mentions a transition. The correct answer is b. Feudalism to Capitalism, as Europe was undergoing social, economic, and political changes during this period, such as the rise of merchant capitalism and the decline of feudal structures.