Baker/Miller - Songhai Flashcard

Front

Which empire took over when Mali fell?

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Songhai

Front

True or false, the fall of Songhai was because of Moroccan soldiers that invaded the land.

Back

True

Front

Which empire took over Songhai?

Back

Morocco

Front

What religion did Songhai fall under?

Back

Islam

Front

What are West African story-tellers called?

Back

Griot

Front

What was the capital city of the Songhai Empire?

Back

Gao

Front

What was the primary trade commodity of the Songhai Empire?

Back

Gold and salt

Front

Who was the most famous ruler of the Songhai Empire?

Back

Askia Muhammad

Front

What major river was important for trade in the Songhai Empire?

Back

Niger River

Front

What was the significance of Timbuktu in the Songhai Empire?

Back

It was a major center of trade and learning.