Hey Folks!

This week we will finish Topic 2 The Islamic World and have a quiz on Tuesday. On Wednesday, we begin Topic 3 Early African Civilizations.

Have a great week!

Learning Objectives

Topic 3.1 Development of African Civilizations

Describe how the widely varied geography of Africa influenced its culture and trade. Explain why Kush and Axum and later, Islam arose as strong early civilizations that would influence Africa.

Topic 3.2 Kingdoms and States of Africa

Understand how the expansion of trade enabled the kingdoms and states of Africa to protect their people and to prosper. Describe how powerful leadership helped Mali thrive. Explain how the migration of the Bantu and Indian Ocean trade changed East Africa.

This Week’s Assignments

1. Topic 2 Spice Chart
2. Topic 2 Quiz
3. Topic 3.1 Development of African Civilizations
4. Topic 3.2 Kingdoms and States of Africa

Last Week’s Assignments

1. Topic 2.1 The Rise of Islam
2. Topic 2.2 The Arab Empire and Its Successor
3. Topic 2.3 Islamic Civilization
4. Topic 2.4 Culture of Islam