Chapter 12: Ancient Africa Flashcards
Africa is the _______ Biggest continent
2nd
Name two words that describes Africa’s terrain.
“Desert” and “Mountainous”
Give one word to describe Africa’s climate
Arid/dry
How did historians divide Africa’s people groups?
By their language
What resources did North Africa have?
They have metals (gold, silver, and ivory) and camels.
Why were the Taureg called the blue people?
Because of the blue fabric they wore that stained their skin
Why were the camels so helpful/useful to the Tuareg?
They can go on long distances without needing water, can produce milk for cheese and butter, and can be eaten as meat and can use the hide for tents.
What region does the Congo river flow through?
Central Africa
What people group lived in the Congo basin’s rainforest?
Pygmies
What language did the San & Khoikhoi speak?
Click languages
What were Zimbabwe home made of?
Stone
people from what continent moved to Africa in the 1600s?
Europe
What religion was the main religion of the coastal cities?
Islamic
What language was used throughout eastern Africa?
Swahili
List jobs found in eastern Africa:
Trading, fishers, farmers, masons, builders, and miners.
Describe the social pyramid of Timbuktu
1st layer-monarchs and Royals
2nd layer-nobles, priests, traders, and merchants
3rd layer-laborers, artisans, and farmers
4th layer-slaves
List the negative effects of slavery trade
• African population declined by 10 million people in the 1400s to the 1800s
• War and violence increased
• Families were torn apart and fear reined
• civilizations and cultures in Africa were hindered from growth
What are some traditional African beliefs?
• Sacrifices are needed to praise their gods
• Spirits controlled the forces of nature
• Departed spirits influence the lives of their loved ones
Which came to Africa first: Christianity or Islam?
Christianity
How did Islam spread in Africa?
The concept spread through traders
How did Christianity spread in Africa?
Through European missionaries
