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The Ghana Empire

Explore the history, geography, and cultural significance of the ancient Ghana Empire with this engaging worksheet for Grade 5 students.

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SS.5.2.2SS.5.3.3Ghana EmpireAncient AfricaHistorySocial StudiesGrade 5
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The Ghana Empire

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1. What was the primary resource that made the Ghana Empire wealthy?

a

Oil

b

Diamonds

c

Gold

d

Timber

2. The Ghana Empire was located in West Africa, south of the   Desert.

3. The two main goods traded across the Sahara Desert were gold and  .

4. Look at the map below. What is the approximate location of the ancient Ghana Empire in relation to modern-day countries?

Map of ancient and Medieval Sub-Saharan states

5. The Ghana Empire was known for its powerful army and control over trade routes.

T

True

F

False

6. Match the term with its description.

a. Trans-Saharan Trade

 

i. Capital city of the Ghana Empire

b. Kumbi Saleh

 

ii. Trade route across the Sahara Desert

7. How did the Ghana Empire's control over trade routes contribute to its power and wealth?