Ancient history

4. – The area known as the crossroads for trade between Africa, Europe, and Asia.
7. – The desert region that was a barrier but also facilitated trade in Africa.
9. – The African kingdom famous for its wealth and gold trade.
11. – The system of governance of the Muslim world, starting with the first four caliphs.
15. – The first great West African empire, before Mali and Ghana.
16. – The religion that originated in Mecca and Medina.
17. – A key center of learning and culture in medieval Africa, located in Mali.
19. – The prophet of Islam.

1. – A West African kingdom that grew wealthy from salt and gold trade.
2. – The dynasty that ruled after the Umayyads and helped establish the golden age of Islam.
3. – The architectural masterpiece and symbol of Muslim achievement in Spain.
5. – The holy book of Islam.
6. – The famous Islamic capital city of the Abbasid Caliphate.
8. – The term used to refer to Islamic law.
10. Empire – The largest Muslim empire in history at its peak, founded by the Ottoman Turks.
12. – The dominant religion in the Muslim empire.
13. – A West African kingdom known for its epic ruler, Sundiata.
14. Road – A major trade route connecting China to the Mediterranean.
18. Musa – A famous African leader known for his pilgrimage to Mecca.
20. – The city where the first Islamic community was established.