Herierto, Erik, David, Ismael

Gold -Having gold gave you power and wealth -Controled gold-salt trade routes across West Africa

Trade The massive trade route from North Africa ended in Ghana.

Origins It was linked to the north vis a coastal route leading to Morocco via Sjilmasa

Geography The Empire is Ghana is different from the Modern Ghana

Knowledge It was all started from knowledge, it became better over the years to find out new ways to live

Decline King lost his monopoly, at the same time drought began happening at the same time.

Archaeology Find evidence that confirm elements of the story, showing that until the 12 th, sheep and cow, a well goat were abundant in the region.

Islam The state of Takrur to the west had already adopted Islam as its official religion and evolved ever closer trading ties with North Africa.

Tradition Some Aspects of traditional religion were preserved, including the sacred drum, the sacred fire, and the old types of costume and hairstyle.

Mari Zaher, Desiree Jackson, Milly Urzua, Judith Serna

 Gao had become the capital that by 1500 eclipsed Malli.

 Sandiata Kieta rose to power

 Brought back scholars, arcitecs, and teachers to promote Islamic education.

 Niani (capital) built close to gularfield`

 Mansa expanded boarders westward to atlantic ocean and push northward

 Formed new diplomatic and economic tries with other Muslim cities.

 Had full control over the salt trade, helping economic standards.

 Took over a past rich in trade and powerful rulers, helping as far as forming allies.

 Established form of currency, providing them with a huge advantage with power and finance.

 Converted to Islam and based system of justice in the Quran, bringing a sense of guidance.

Heidi, Matheson, Erick, Maria

Developed on the fertile region at the bend of the Niger River.  This allows the people of Songhay to have a good farming land

The Mossi refused to convert to Islam.  This shows the trust to their religion

 Government of Askiya Dynasty was more centralized. developed the Gov. system

 Brought Trade routes and wealthy Elites  $ Made the kingdom wealthy and prosperous.$

Traditions include religion persevered, sacred drums, sacred fire, old types of costume and hairstyles  This keeps old traditions alive

Trade of gold, kola nuts and slaves were the main exports and textiles, horses, salt and luxury goods are the main exports.  This makes it easier to gain trust

 Moccan Army invaded and won but soon the empire split up, with Bmbara Kingdom of Segu

 Wealth & power was also undermined by environmental change, causing drought and diseases.  Decline in population

 Askia Muhammad made pligrimage to Mecca that led to stronger ties with the Muslim world.  Made the Kingdom stronger

 Sonni Ali the Greats military consisted of a Calvary of expert horsemen