Trans-Saharan Journey Flashcards
1
Q
trade
A
- Middle East, Europe, and Asia
- long and dangerous
- profitable
- Niger and Senegal Rivers
2
Q
What is the most important thing to have when traveling across the Saharan desert?
A
camel
3
Q
On what side of the dune should you walk on?
A
the side that is hit by the wind
4
Q
Why are camels eyes unique?
A
they have triple eyelids
5
Q
How do you know if a well is nearby?
A
a crisscross of tracks
6
Q
How much does a camel drink at one time?
A
3 - 4 gallons of water
7
Q
What is the easiest way to die in the Sahara?
A
when you separate from a group
8
Q
Tuareg warriors
A
- they are group of people that travel across the Sahara
- they are good navigators
- they control certain areas of the Sahara
9
Q
What color clothing should you wear?
A
white
10
Q
What protection do travelers use in a sandstorm?
A
camels
11
Q
Supplies from a Baobab tree
A
- they be around wells
- they give you shade
- it has honey/fruit/eggs
