Importance of Trade. Trade on Africa East Coast Flashcards
When does the monsoon windows blow from South West?
Between April and October
When does the monsoon winds blow from North East?
Between November and March
How long did it take the Arabs to get from Asia to East Africa?
Three months
What did they call there boats/ships that sailed?
Dhows
What is a service?
When somebody sells their skills to make an exchange. eg a dentist, teacher or plumber.
What is produce?
An object that either occurs in nature or something that has been made by people eg apple, iron, sword or furniture.
What is a trade?
The exchange or swopping of the things that people need or want.
What was the big thing that happened during the 14th and 15th century about trade?
Mansa Musa arrived in Cairo with a huge caravan, which included a hundred camels and loads of gold
How long did the Atlantic Slave Trade last for?
400 years. From the 15th to 19th Century.
Where were the slaves sold to?
North America, South America and the West Indies
