Practice Trans‐Saharan Exchanges: Social and Religious Dimensions - 1.3 | Unit 6: Economy, Trade, and Technology Through Time | IB Grade 8 Individuals and Societies
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1.3 - Trans‐Saharan Exchanges: Social and Religious Dimensions

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What was the significance of Timbuktu in the Trans-Saharan trade?

💡 Hint: Think about its role in both trade and education.

Question 2

Easy

Name two key commodities traded across the Sahara.

💡 Hint: These items were highly valued in trade.

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Question 1

What major commodity was heavily traded through the Trans-Saharan routes?

  • Silver
  • Gold
  • Coal

💡 Hint: Think about what West Africa was renowned for in terms of natural resources.

Question 2

True or False: The spread of Islam significantly influenced the cultural practices in West Africa.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider how religions typically influence local cultures.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Analyze the social changes that occurred in Mali as a result of the economic benefits of Trans-Saharan trade.

💡 Hint: Consider how trade might have reshaped society.

Question 2

Evaluate the long-term impacts of Islam's introduction in West African societies through trade.

💡 Hint: Reflect on how religion typically influences local customs.

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