Indian Ocean Trade
This ocean was the center of a major trade network connecting Africa, the Middle East, and Asia.
The Indian Ocean
This desert had to be crossed for trade between North Africa and West Africa.
Sahara Desert
This was the capital city of the Aztec Empire, built on an island in Lake Texcoco.
Tenochtitlán
Geographical location of the Mayan Civilization
Mesoamerica
Actor Steve Carell plays what memorable character in the popular TV series “The Office”?
Michael Scott
These seasonal winds helped sailors travel across the Indian Ocean by changing direction throughout the year.
Monsoon Winds
These animals were essential for transporting goods across the desert because they could go long periods without water and carry more goods.
Camels
This crop was the main staple food of the Aztec diet
Maize (Corn)
The Maya developed this advanced system of writing using symbols and pictures.
hieroglyphics
What actor plays Ken in the 2023 blockbuster movie “Barbie?”
Ryan Gosling
This religion spread widely through Indian Ocean trade routes, especially to Southeast Asia.
Islam
This West African empire grew wealthy by controlling gold and salt trade routes across the Sahara.
Ghana Empire
What is the point of aqueducts?
To bring fresh water into the city
Invented mathematical concept of...
Zero
The “Hollywood” sign originally spelled out what word?
Hollywoodland
This powerful group of merchants and sailors from the Arabian Peninsula played a key role in controlling trade routes and spreading culture across the Indian Ocean.
Muslim Merchants
This famous West African ruler made a pilgrimage to Mecca in 1324, spreading wealth and increasing awareness of his empire.
Mansa Musa
This farming technique used floating gardens built on lakes to grow crops.
Chinampas
Names of the two major cities
Tikal and Chichen Itza
Who was the first woman ever inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame?
Aretha Franklin
This East African trading city was an important hub for goods like gold and ivory.
Kilwa
These 3 cities became a major center of learning and trade.
Timbuktu, Cairo, Gao
This Spanish conquistador led the expedition that conquered the Aztec Empire in 1521
Hernan Cortes
Type of agriculture used by the Mayans
Slash and Burn Agriculture
What kind of chef works directly beneath the head or executive chef?
Sous Chef