unit 8/9 african civilizations test
1. What were some of the major achievements of the kingdom of Aksum?
2. Describe the social structure of the kingdom of Ghana.
3. How did the kingdom of Mali become a major center of trade and wealth in West Africa?
4. What role did Mansa Musa play in the kingdom of Mali?
5. How did the kingdom of Songhai become the largest and most powerful empire in West Africa?
6. What were some of the major contributions of the Great Zimbabwe civilization?
7. Describe the impact of the Trans-Saharan trade routes on the economies and cultures of African civilizations.
8. How did the Portuguese and other European powers contribute to the decline of African civilizations in the 16th century?
9. What were some of the lasting legacies of African civilizations on the continent and globally?
10. How did the slave trade impact African civilizations and societies during this time period?