Trans-Saharan Trade and Transport

The video tutorial covers the Grade 7 history curriculum, focusing on the Kingdom of Mali and the trans-Saharan trade. It explains key definitions related to trade, the challenges faced by traders crossing the Sahara, and the goods exchanged, including gold and salt. The concept of silent trade is introduced, and the wealth of Mali from the gold trade is highlighted. The video also discusses the types of goods traded along different routes and the best transport methods through deserts.

What does the term 'trans' signify in the context of trade?

• Within

• Across

• Under

• Above

Which of the following was a major challenge for traders crossing the Sahara Desert?

• Lack of camels

• Frequent rainstorms

• Abundant water sources

• Extreme temperatures

What was a common feature of the trans-Saharan trade route?

• Paved roads

• Frequent oases

• Common caravans

• Railway tracks

Why did Mediterranean countries trade with Mali?

• To obtain gold

• To get silk

• To acquire spices

• To buy ceramics

What was exchanged for gold from Mali in the silent trade?

• Silk

• Perfume

• Salt

• Spices

Which goods were commonly transported by camel caravans from Persia?

• Perfume and bees

• Rugs and swords

• Spices and dyes

• Silk and ceramics

Which region traded silk and ceramics with Mali?

• Persia

• North Africa

• India and China

• Arabia

What was a significant part of the trade alongside gold and salt?

• Bees

• Daggers

• Glass

• Cooler nuts

Which of the following was NOT a good traded from Arabia?

• Utensils

• Rugs

• Ornamental weapons

• Silk

What was the primary means of transport through deserts?

• Boats

• Tunnels

• Trains

• Airplanes