The West African kingdoms of Ghana, Mali, and Songhai experienced economic prosperity because they all

The wealth and power of Mali's ruler, Mansa Musa, were significant because they contributed to the

Why did trading networks like the Silk Road develop?

Which statement best shows how trade routes influenced ancient societies?

There came from India, certain monks...they promised the emperor in an interview that they would provide materials for making silk so that never should the Romans seek business of this kind from their enemy the Persians, or from any other people whatsoever...Thus began the art of making silk from that time on in the Roman Empire.

“Procopius: The Roman Silk Industry, c. 550,” modernized by Jerome S. Arkenberg

Based on the text above, how did the negotiations between the Indian monks and the Roman emperor affect the silk trade in the Roman empire.

-Trade routes linking West Africa and North Africa required the shipment of goods across the hot, dry Sahara. It was difficult to carry these goods along these trade routes.

-Domesticated camels were brought to the Sahara. The camels could go for long stretches without drinking, survive extreme temperatures and haul heavy loads.

Based on the above text, how did the camels affect the transport of goods across the Sahara?

The Roman forum was located at the center of Ancient Rome. It was a gathering place where public events were held. Soon the forum grew to also include merchant shops, temples and government buildings. The forum became the religious, economic and government center for Rome.

Based on the above information, how did the forum contribute to Roman civilization?

The Babylonian civilization had access to few natural resources. Because of their geographic location in Mesopotamia, the Babylonians could not acquire timber, metal, wine or stone for themselves To obtain these, the Babylonians had to trade goods they had produced such as grain and textiles.

According to the passage, how did scarcity lead to specialization in Mesopotamia?

In ancient Mesopotamia, the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers surrounded an area called the “Fertile Crescent.” What lasting effect did these rivers have on trade in ancient Mesopotamia?

Although each ancient civilization specialized in different resources, which resource was used by all civilizations pictured above?

The Ancient Mesopotamians used the Tigris and Euphrates rivers to transport goods for trade. They made three different types of boats using reeds, timber and animal skins. They transported flax, copper, limestone and textiles. Which was a human resource for the Mesopotamians?

Middle Eastern merchants and traders traveled on eastward trade routes carrying goods such as colored glass or white jade that were unavailable farther east. They would trade these goods for other goods. This is an example of

Which of the following best explains why Ancient Greeks were more dependent on fishing than farming as their source of food?

In the ancient Roman Republic, Mount Etna and Mount Vesuvius provided many different resources. They were rich in timber and fertile soil from volcanic ash. The Tiber River provides salt deposits and iron. Based on these resources, trade in the Roman Republic most likely specialized in

Merchants and traders along the Silk Road made large profits. Why was this trade also profitable for towns and cities along the route?

The ancient Romans made many improvements to their empire, such as building canals linking bodies of water, as well as building roads and ports. Which of these was the most likely result of the building projects?

In ancient Greece, merchants and traders searched the Mediterranean Sea for natural resources like iron for tools, silver for coins, clay and marble for statues, and timber for houses and ships. These resources were scarce and found in different places. What effect did the merchants have on the region?

In the cartoon, which character seems to have a better understanding of supply and demand? Explain your choice.

Which of the following is NOT a type of economic system?

There is little or no government control in a _____________ economy.

Which type of economic system does North Korea have?

The tribe relied on hunting and farming for food. The boy knew he would be a farmer just like his dad had been. What kind of economic system does this describe?

What was Rome’s main item for trade with China?

Which of the following best describes why Ancient Romans built aqueducts?