The Golden Empire: A Peek into the Ghana Empire
Nestled in West Africa, between the Sahara and the fertile region of the Sudan, the Ghana Empire thrived from the 9th to the 13th century. The Empire s wealth stemmed from its key role in the lucrative gold-salt trade. Traders crossed the Sahara desert, exchanging salt from the north for the gold that was abundant in the south. The Ghana Empire was known for its advanced system of administration. The king, who was viewed as divine, controlled the gold supply, maintaining economic stability. The Empire was organized into provinces, each headed by a governor, ensuring smooth governance. However, the Empire s decline remains a mystery. Historians believe that internal conflicts, over-farming, and attacks from outsiders played a role. The once prosperous Ghana Empire slowly crumbled, leaving behind an intriguing historical legacy for us to learn from.
Question 1
Where was the Ghana Empire located?
East Africa
South Africa
Central Africa
West Africa
North Africa
Question 2
What was the main source of the Ghana Empire s wealth?
Oil Trade
Spice Trade
Gold-Salt Trade
Slave Trade
Ivory Trade
Question 3
How was the Ghana Empire administratively structured?
Village Councils
Democratic Republic
Absolute Monarchy
Provinces headed by governors
Tribal Confederacy
Question 4
Who controlled the gold supply in the Ghana Empire?
The Trade Minister
The Governor
The People
The King
Foreign Traders
Question 5
What are some possible reasons for the decline of the Ghana Empire?
Natural Disasters
Epidemic Diseases
Internal Conflicts, over-farming, attacks from outsiders
Lack of resources
Technological backwardness
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