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What was the impact of Islam in West Africa?
Islamic teachings blended with local beliefs, rulers converted, and trade centers grew.
What was a cultural legacy of enslaved Africans?
Enslaved Africans brought rich cultural traditions, skills, and knowledge to America.
What is the significance of the Mali Equestrian Figure?
Showcases sophisticated metalworking techniques and aesthetic traditions.
What is Gullah?
A language influenced by West African cultures.
What is AAVE?
A language influenced by West African cultures.
What was the impact of the Sankore Madrasah?
Sponsored the construction of mosques, libraries, and universities.
What were the centers of learning during Mansa Musa's reign?
He developed Timbuktu and Djenne into major centers of trade and learning.
What caused the decline of Songhai?
Cause: Shift from trans-Saharan to Atlantic routes. Effect: Diminished wealth.
What was the effect of Mansa Musa's hajj?
Cause: Mansa Musa's pilgrimage. Effect: Attracted European merchants and cartographers.
What was the effect of Portuguese exploration?
Cause: Portuguese exploration. Effect: Led to European trading posts along the West African coast.
What was the effect of internal conflicts in Songhai?
Cause: Internal conflicts. Effect: Moroccan invasion in 1591 hastened Songhai's decline.
What was the effect of Mali's wealth and grandeur?
Cause: Mali's wealth and grandeur. Effect: Inspired European exploration.
What was the effect of the Trans-Saharan trade?
Cause: Trans-Saharan trade. Effect: Brought Muslim traders, scholars, and administrators.
What was the effect of superior horses and weapons in Mali?
Cause: Superior horses and weapons. Effect: Helped Mali expand and maintain control.
What was the role of Islam in the Sudanic empires?
Islam spread through trade, influencing rulers, culture, and education in cities like Timbuktu.
What was the significance of Timbuktu and Djenne?
Major centers of trade and Islamic learning, attracting scholars and merchants.
How did West African cultures influence African American identity?
Enslaved Africans brought traditions, skills, and knowledge that shaped African American language, music, and practices.