Unit 7 brings us to Western Africa, and the medieval kingdoms of Ghana, Mali, and Songhai. As we explore each of these kingdoms, we will learn how natural resources and trade played a critical role in their success. We will also examine how trade influences cultural diffusion, which affects many areas of culture, such as religion, architecture, and military tactics.
How did the geography of West Africa affect the cultures there?
Why were natural resources a vital part of West Africa's development?
How did trade and taxation influence the economic development of West Africa?
How did key leaders such as Mansa Musa affect Mali?
What role did cultural diffusion play in the religion of the area?
Extended Response Essay
West Africa Project
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