The Songhai Empire Worksheet
Explore the history, geography, and cultural significance of the Songhai Empire with this comprehensive worksheet for 7th graders.
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Use complete sentences where appropriate.
1. The Songhai Empire was located in which region of Africa?
East Africa
North Africa
West Africa
South Africa
2. The Songhai Empire reached its peak under the rule of .
3. The capital city of the Songhai Empire was .
4. Describe the importance of the Trans-Saharan trade routes to the Songhai Empire's economy.
5. Timbuktu was a major center of learning and trade in the Songhai Empire.
True
False
6. Observe the map of the Songhai Empire below. Which major river was central to its development and trade?
