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Which people were the first people to develop the Ghana civilization?
Soninke
Who was ruler of Ghana at its highest point?
Tunka Manin
What couldn't the common people in Ghana own?
Gold nuggets
What were the three reasons for the fall of Ghana?
Invasion, Internal fighting, and overgrazing
What river was the kingdom of Mali located along?
Niger
How did the rest of the world hear about Mali?
Mansa Musa's hajj
How did the large size of Mali lead to its fall?
The government couldn't control all areas.
Which leader may have inspired the Lion King?
Sundiata
What were the two main trading goods in West Africa?
gold and salt
What religion did Mansa Musa practice?
Islam (Muslim)
What is a religious pilgrimage called?
hajj
What was one of the main trading centers of West Africa that Sunni Ali overtook?
Timbuktu or Djenne
What was one of Sunni Ali's achievements?
Unified and strengthened Songhai, allowed others to practice other religions, brought peace and stability
Which leader divided the Songhai empire into provinces?
Askia the Great
Name one reason for the fall of Songhai.
Internal struggles, Moroccan invaders, Traders from Europe, Lack of weapon technology
What did the Nok people begin making tools and weapons out of?
iron
