Ghana, Mali, Songhai, Great Zimbabwe, Swahili coast, Ethiopia, and trans-Saharan trade.
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- Which West African empire was the primary source of gold for trans-Saharan trade networks?
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Ghana Empire- What commodity did Ghana's rulers monopolize to accumulate their wealth and power?
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Gold- In what geographic region was the Ghana Empire located?
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West Africa, between the Niger and Senegal rivers- During which centuries did Ghana Empire reach its height?
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8th to 11th centuries CE- Which Berber group from North Africa contributed to Ghana's decline in the 11th century?
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Almoravids- In what year did Mansa Musa depart on his famous pilgrimage to Mecca?
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1324 CE- During Mansa Musa's journey to Mecca, his generosity disrupted the economy of which major city?
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Cairo- Who was Mali's most celebrated and powerful ruler?
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Mansa Musa- Which city became Mali's intellectual and religious center, home to scholars and Islamic learning?
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Timbuktu- What type of military force formed the backbone of Mali's power?
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Cavalry, or mounted warriors on horseback- Who is credited with founding the Mali Empire in the 13th century?
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Sundiata Keita- Approximately when did Mali begin to decline as West Africa's dominant power?
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Late 14th century- Which empire succeeded Mali as the dominant West African power in the 15th century?
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Songhai Empire- Who reorganized Songhai and transformed it into a major regional power?
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Askia Muhammad, also called Askia the Great- What was Songhai's primary capital city?
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