2. Bellringer Complete the ‘K’ and ‘W’ sections of the KWL. Topic- West Africa

3. West African Societies

4. For thousands of years, life in West Africa is shaped by three climate zones- the desert, the savanna, the rain forest. Trade brings goods, ideas, and a major religion- Islam- to West Africa. European kingdoms are startled at the sophistication and power of West African kingdoms when they first encounter them. The central governments of these kingdoms oversee empires based upon trade and tribute.

5. What does the term monotheistic mean? What is a savannah? In what ways did interaction with the Portugese affect West Africa? Describe West African culture.

6. Classwork Summarize Cornell Notes Complete page 3 in the Americans workbook on a separate sheet of paper

7. Homework Complete section 3 assessment, questions 1 through 4