VOCAB
What does it mean to "adapt" in the context of a civilization? & PROVIDE AN EXAMPLE
To "adapt" means to change or adjust to new conditions or environments.
Why did European scholars historically believe Africa had no history?
European scholars believed Africa had no history due to a Eurocentric perspective that undervalued oral traditions and non-written records.
Why did the Aztecs settle in the middle of Lake Texcoco?
Their sun god told them of the vision of the eagle on top of a cactus with a snake in its mouth
What is the Capital of the Aztec Empire
Tenochtitlan
Who would East Africa Trade with?
ASIA
How did the Aztecs use "irrigation" to support their agriculture?
The Aztecs used "irrigation" by creating canals and chinampas to bring water to their crops.
How did West African societies preserve their history?
West African societies preserved their history through oral traditions, storytelling, and griots (oral historians).
How did human sacrifice connect to the Aztec relationship with religion?
Human sacrifice was part of their religious practices aimed at appeasing their gods, showing the significance of religion in Aztec life.
How did Huey Taclani get his role?
He was elected
Although East African Swahili states mostly operated independently, which of the following linked them together?
TRADE NETWORKS
Define "prosper" and give an example of a civilization that prospered.
"Prosper" means to succeed or thrive, such as the Aztecs who prospered through trade and agriculture.
What does the "Epic of Sundiata" tell us about African civilizations?
The "Epic of Sundiata" tells about the founding of the Mali Empire and emphasizes themes of leadership, destiny, and the importance of kinship.
In what specific ways did the Aztecs adapt to their environment?
The Aztecs adapted to their environment by using chinampas for farming, developing aqueducts, and utilizing local resources for construction.
What did the Aztecs trade?
Cotton Mantas & Cocoa Beans
Name a reason West African Kings converted to Islam
Converting provided opportunities for more trade connections.
What does it mean for a society to be "diverse"?
A society is "diverse" when it has many different cultures, ethnicities, or backgrounds within it.
Which empire introduced Islam to West Africa and what was the impact?
The Mali Empire introduced Islam to West Africa, which impacted civilizations through trade, education, and cultural exchange.
What were the main forms of income for the Aztec civilization?
The main forms of income for the Aztec civilization included tributes from conquered peoples, trade, and agriculture.
Who would the Aztecs generally sacrifice?
Prisioners
Name the biggest desert in Africa
SAHARA
Explain the term "hierarchy" in relation to societal structure. Who is on top of the Aztec hierarchy?
"Hierarchy" refers to a system of organization where people or groups are ranked one above the other according to status or authority. HUEY TACLANI.
Describe the social hierarchy in West Africa and its importance.
The social hierarchy in West Africa often included kings, nobles, merchants, and farmers, helping to organize society by defining roles and responsibilities.
What roles did Huey Tlatcani, City Council, and Calpulli play in the Aztec hierarchy?
Huey Tlatcani was the emperor, the City Council advised the emperor and helped govern, and Calpulli were clans or groups that managed local governance and resources.
Where is the Niger River?
West Africa
How did Islamic African Kings control their largely non-Islamic populations?
They allowed them to practice Any Religion!