The Golden Age of Trans-Saharan Trade
The Golden Age of Trans-Saharan Trade is a skill on Pengi from Lesson 1: Geography and Trade in Pengi Social Studies (Grade 7).
Key Concepts
For centuries, the Sahara was a barrier to trade. This changed with the introduction of the Camel , known as the "ship of the desert." Camels could travel for days without water, allowing massive caravans to cross the sands safely.
This opened up the Trans Saharan Trade network. The most important exchange was the Gold Salt Trade . People in the forests had plenty of gold but needed salt to preserve food and survive dehydration. Conversely, North African merchants had salt but craved gold for coinage. West African empires grew rich by controlling the secret locations of gold mines and taxing this exchange.
Common Questions
What is The Golden Age of Trans-Saharan Trade?
The Golden Age of Trans-Saharan Trade is a skill on Pengi from Lesson 1: Geography and Trade in Pengi Social Studies (Grade 7).
What grade level is The Golden Age of Trans-Saharan Trade for?
The Golden Age of Trans-Saharan Trade is part of the Grade 7 History curriculum, covered in Pengi Social Studies (Grade 7). It is designed for students studying History at the Grade 7 level.
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Which textbook covers The Golden Age of Trans-Saharan Trade?
The Golden Age of Trans-Saharan Trade is covered in Pengi Social Studies (Grade 7), specifically in Chapter 6: Civilizations of West Africa under Lesson 1: Geography and Trade. Pengi's lesson is aligned directly to this textbook so you can follow along with your class.
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