Africa Civilizations Crossword

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  1. 4. Main city for Zimbabwe. Known for is stone walls and structure.
  2. 7. West African civilization that expanded its empire by conquering new territory.
  3. 9. African civilizations of Ghana, Mali, Songhai, Axum, and Zimbabwe developed during the _____ Period.
  4. 11. Zimbabwe developed in-between the Zambezi River and _____ River.
  5. 12. When crossing northern Africa traders had to cross the _____ Desert.
  6. 13. West African civilization known for the city of Timbuktu which had colleges, doctors, and lots of gold.
  7. 15. Axum developed along this river, bringing it into contact with Roman controlled Egypt.
  8. 16. West African resource used to preserve and save food.
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  1. 1. East African civilization located in southeast Africa, near the Zambezi River.
  2. 2. Zimbabwe traders would often sail on the _____ Ocean to reach trading spots across Asia.
  3. 3. West African resource used to make jewelry and coins.
  4. 5. West African monotheistic religion that follow the teachings of Muhammad and the Qu'ran.
  5. 6. West and East Africa polytheistic religion that believe in natural spirits and ancestor worship.
  6. 8. West African civilization that first established trade routes and traded gold.
  7. 10. East African civilizations traded luxury items such as jewelry made of of _____.
  8. 14. East African civilization located in northeastern near the Ethiopian Highlands.