The Ghana Empire Worksheet
Explore the history, culture, and significance of the Ghana Empire with this comprehensive worksheet for Grade 8 social studies students.
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The Ghana Empire: A Study
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Use complete sentences where appropriate.
1. The Ghana Empire was located in what region of Africa?
East Africa
West Africa
North Africa
South Africa
2. What two valuable resources were central to the Trans-Saharan trade that enriched the Ghana Empire?
Oil and diamonds
Gold and salt
Spices and silk
Timber and iron
3. The capital city of the Ghana Empire was .
4. The Ghana Empire was sometimes referred to as the 'Land of '.
5. The Ghana Empire was known for its powerful navy.
True
False
6. The decline of the Ghana Empire was partly due to environmental changes and invasions.
True
False
7. Describe at least two reasons why the Ghana Empire became so powerful and wealthy.
8. Observe the map below, which shows the approximate location and trade routes of the Ghana Empire. Based on the map, explain the strategic importance of its location for trade.
Match the term on the left with its description on the right.
9. Berbers
a. The process of trading goods for other goods without money.
10. Silent Barter
b. North African nomadic traders who used camels.
11. Soninke
c. The ethnic group who founded the Ghana Empire.
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