Unit 2 part 4- African Kingdoms: Mali, Ghana, Songhai

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What natural resources were traded in the West African kingdoms?

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Gold, salt, ivory, and slaves were some of the natural resources traded in the African kingdoms.

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During a history class, Daniel, Elijah, and Aiden were discussing the dominant religion in the West African kingdoms. What religion did they conclude was dominant?

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Islam

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Why do Sophia, Emma, and Mason think the West African kingdoms were successful?

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Emma believes the West African kingdoms were successful due to factors like trade, control over valuable resources like gold and salt, strong political and military systems.

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Who is Mansa Musa and what did he accomplish?

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Mansa Musa was the tenth Mansa of the Mali Empire and he is known for his pilgrimage to Mecca and wealth.