ancient history

2. A key center of learning and culture in medieval Africa, located in Mali.
5. The famous Islamic capital city of the Abbasid Caliphate.
6. The desert region that was a barrier but also facilitated trade in Africa.
8. The African kingdom famous for its wealth and gold trade.
9. The religion that originated in Mecca and Medina.
11. A West African kingdom that grew wealthy from salt and gold trade.
14. Road A major trade route connecting China to the Mediterranean.
15. A West African kingdom known for its epic ruler, Sundiata.
16. The first great West African empire, before Mali and Ghana.
17. The prophet of Islam.
19. The holy book of Islam.
20. The system of governance of the Muslim world, starting with the first four caliphs.

1. Empire The largest Muslim empire in history at its peak, founded by the Ottoman Turks.
3. The area known as the crossroads for trade between Africa, Europe, and Asia.
4. The term used to refer to Islamic law.
7. A famous African leader known for his pilgrimage to Mecca.
10. The city where the first Islamic community was established.
12. The dominant religion in the Muslim empire.
13. The architectural masterpiece and symbol of Muslim achievement in Spain.
18. The dynasty that ruled after the Umayyads and helped establish the golden age of Islam.