Ancient Ghana
What was Ghana's form of government?
Monarchy
Where was Mali located?
In the Western region of Africa.
what two resources helped the empire of ghana to become wealthy
Iron and Gold
What was a natural resource for the people of the desert?
Salt
In which years did the Songhai exist in
1340-1591
What did travelers use to travel across the Sahara?
Camels
What did the people used salt for?
For their health and for keeping food from spoiling
What was the social structure of Ancient Ghana?
the king, the nobles, the peasants, and the slaves
Mali's history comes from African storytellers, who passed on traditions and stories from one generation to the next. They are called
Griots
what did ghana mean in the language of the people of ghana
Warrior King
Why did Mali become one of the largest and wealthiest empires in the region?
Because of the trade route