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Bell RingerOn a separate sheet of paper label the correct item next to the
appropriate number
Word Bank Atlantic Ocean
Gulf of Guinea
Red Sea
Senegal River
Mediterranean Sea
Strait of Gibraltar
Gulf of Aden
Niger River
Lake Volta
Nile River
Lake Chad
Timbuktu
Jenne
Tunis
Tripoli
Mecca
Arabian Peninsula
Europe
Ahaggar Mountains
Atlas Mountains
Tibesti Mountains
Sahara Desert
Fact of the DayParticipating or conducting a duel is prohibited
in the state of Ohio.
Plan of AttackTrade and Grade Map practice Quiz
Read/Notes over “The Kingdom of Mali under Mansa Musa
Vocabulary ReviewTime Permitting
HOMEWORKStudy for vocabulary/map quiz Tuesday, October
18, 2011
Materials NeededWriting Utensil
Blank Map
Answer sheet
Africa Unit Packet
2.2C The Kingdom of Mali Under Mansa Musa handout
Trade and GradeLast person in each row, BRING TO FRONT
Everyone else, PASS BACK ONE
Answers…1. Lake Chad
2. Lake Volta
3. Senegal River
4. Strait of Gibraltar
5. Jenne
6. Timbuktu
7. Niger River
8. Nile River
9. Tibesti Mountains
10. Ahaggar Mountains
11. Atlas Mountains
12. Mediterranean Sea
13. Red Sea
14. Gulf of Aden
15. Gulf of Guinea
16. Mecca
17. Tunis
18. Tripoli
19. Sahara Desert
20. Arabian Peninsula
21. Europe
22. Atlantic Ocean
!Pop Corn! Reading
What you need to know…The Fight for Control of Mali: Mandinke vs. Sosso
The Mandinke, under Sundiata controlled MaliSumanguru, leader of Sosso captured Koumbi in
1203Legend says both leaders used magic in battle of
KirinaSundiata’s victory expanded Mandinke territory,
began Empire of Mali
What you need to know…Mali at its Height
Under Musa Mali was 2x size of GhanaMali remained powerful for 200 years
Mansa Musa’s PilgrimageBrought thousands of people and camelloads of
gold w/himVery generous with gold
What you need to know…Impact of Pilgrimage on Mali
Mapmakers began to include Mali on MapQu’ranic schools and Muslim architecture built
throughout MaliGovernment officials read and wrote in ArabicTerritory was divided into provinces ruled by Dugu
Tigis
End of Class…Take any remaining time to get in groups of 2-3
and study your vocabulary words!
***QUIZ ALERT***Vocabulary and Map Quiz Tuesday, October 18
Homework:STUDY FOR VOCAB/MAP QUIZ
Bell RingerAnswer the following questions
1. Name two outcomes as a result of Mansa Musa pilgrimage to Mecca.
2. Explain the importance of Europe putting Mali on the map.
3. Who won the battle at Kirina? Sumanguru or Sundiata
4. Sumanguru was the leader of which people?
5. Provide an example as to how you know Islam is present in West Africa.
Answers 1st Period1. Helped bring Islam to West Africa
Dinar lost valueMap Makers put Mali on mapGovernment started to write in ArabicBrought over Qu’ranic schools and Architecture
2. GOLD GOLD..they were very rich and powerful
Fact of the DayIt is illegal to mistreat anything of great
importance.
Plan of AttackObjective: To demonstrate an understanding of
the geographic and vocabulary terms associated with Medieval Africa
Vocabulary/Map Quiz
Arabic Message Activity
Homework: Message in Arabic Study Guide
Materials NeededWriting Utensil
Vocabulary/Map Quiz
Blank piece of paper for answer sheet
Arabic Message Handout(s)
Trade and GradeLast person in each row, BRING TO FRONT
Everyone else, PASS BACK ONE
Quiz Time
All Answers should be on a separate sheet of paper
All other items need to be on the floor
GOOD LUCK TO ALL OF YOU!
Word Bank Atlantic Ocean
Gulf of Guinea
Red Sea
Senegal River
Mediterranean Sea
Strait of Gibraltar
Gulf of Aden
Niger River
Lake Volta
Nile River
Lake Chad
Timbuktu
Jenne
Tunis
Tripoli
Mecca
Arabian Peninsula
Europe
Ahaggar Mountains
Atlas Mountains
Tibesti Mountains
Sahara Desert
End of ClassHomework:
Message in Arabic
Fact of the DayIn Akron, Ohio - It is illegal to display colored
chickens for sale.
Plan of AttackFinish translating Arabic writing
Begin Reading/Notes of Songhai Empire
Homework: Complete Arabic Message Handout
Materials NeededWriting Utensil
Matrix for Arabic Translation Handout
How the Songhai Empire grew to Greatness Handout
Large(ish) Sheet of Paper
Arabic MessagePut yourselves into 5 groups
You need to write the Arabic word and meaning in your notes in order to complete the Arabic Message Assignment
After 2-3 minutes you will pass the word(s) clockwise to the next group to ensure all groups have the necessary words to complete the assignment
Songhai’s Rise to Greatness
In your groups, READ and HIGHLIGHT the Songhai Empires Rise to Greatness handout
After you have READ and HIGHLIGHTED the handout, you and your GROUP must DRAW a summary of what you read
EACH PERSON MUST DRAW AT LEAST ONE PICTURE ON THE FINAL PRODUCT In other words, the minimum number of pictures
must equal the number people in your group.
End of ClassHomework:
Arabic Message
***Common Assessment Alert***Wednesday, October 26, 2011Africa Unit
Bell Ringer1. Who helped Songhai gain independence from
Mali in the 1400s?
2. Who declared Islam the official religion of the Songhai Empire.
3. Describe the social system in Songhai.
Answers1. Sunni Al Ber
2. Askia
3. Top- Those with Special PrivilegesMiddle- Free people and Soldiers
Bottom- Captives of war and slaves who worked farms
Fact of the DayIn Canton - Power Wheels cars may not be
driven down the street.
Plan of Attack
Notes on Songhai
Arabic Message/Map Study Arabic Message MUST BE TURNED IN BEFORE THE
END OF CLASS Ghana, Mali, Songhai
Homework- Enjoy your long weekend!...and Map Study Due
TUESDAY!
How the Songhai Empire Grew to Greatness
A. Songhai Gains Independence from MaliSonghai lived under rule of Malian Empire for
hundreds of yearsSunni Ali Ber helped Songhai gain independence in
1400s
How the Songhai Empire Grew to Greatness
B. The Empire Under Askia MuhammadAskia, a devout Muslim, rose to power by gaining
support from those who opposed intolerant policies of Sunni Ali’s son
Askia declared Islam the official Songhai religion and appointed Muslim judges
Askia’s conquests made the Songhai larger than Mali or Ghana
How the Songhai Empire Grew to Greatness
C. Songhai Empire at its HeightStrong Central government with ministers and
market inspection to carry out king’s ordersSocial system similar to a caste system
1. those with special privileges2. free people and soldiers3. war captives and slaves; worked on farms
Songhai was center of learningTimbuktu’s University of Sankore attracted
scholars from across the world
ARABIC MESSAGEYou must complete NOW, I will GIVE YOU your MAP
STUDY when you turn in your Arabic Message Handout
This is to be done individually
When FINISHED, turn into the green folder and pick up a MAP STUDY handout.
Which should also be finished by the end of class. If it is not complete it will be counted as a 0 (ZERO)
Map StudiesWith a partner, complete and TURN-IN your Map
Studies by Tuesday
End of ClassGo AWAY!
Enjoy your long weekend!!
Bell RingerName two outcomes as a result of Mansa Musa
pilgrimage to Mecca.
The average rain fall for this climate zone is 10in or less.
Describe 2 ways in which iron technology changed Western Africa.
Who helped Songhai gain independence from Mali in the 1400s?
Provide an example as to how you know Islam is present in West Africa.
Fact of the DayIn North Canton - It is against the law to roller
skate without notifying the police
Plan of AttackHomewizzle Checked…
Read about role of Griot
Read story of Sundiata
Homewizzle: Study Crossword
Materials NeededWriting Utensil
Africa Unit Packet
History Book
Crossword Puzzle (I will provide)
What is a Griot?Based on our vocabulary what is a Griot?
Why do you think they would be important?
Sundiata: The Lion KingPage 454 in the text book
Now that we have read, what parallel do you see between the story or Sundiata and the Disney version of the Lion King
This might help…
HomewizzleStudy Guide Crossword Puzzle 10/24/11
***COMMON ASSESSMENT ALERT***
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
Fact of the DayIn Lowell - It is unlawful to run a horse over five
miles per hour.
Plan of AttackReview some stuff…
MAP STUDYCROSSWORD PUZZLE
MEMORY CHAMPIONS!
Materials NeededWriting Utensil
Map Study
Crossword
Memory Game Pieces (I will provide)
Map Study/CrosswordLet’s go over the Map Study First
Let’s go over the Crossword Puzzle I bet you didn’t know 6 across… It’s all good, I will give you the answer
Memory Champions1. You will be put into 5 groups
2. Once in your group I will give you the appropriate game pieces
3. To play, place all cards face down
4. The FIRST person must turn over ONE card and then turn over a SECOND card
5. If the cards match, definition/vocab word or question/answer that player gets to keep the pair
6. If the cards DO NOT match the player must return the cards to their original position face down
7. The next player will go, and will repeat steps 4-6.
Memory Champions8. We will play rounds of 10 minutes. The person
with the most matches after 10 minutes will get to move on to the next group
9. You may use your notes or crossword to help you!
10.Any questions?
Homework: Study for Common Assessment Tomorrow!!!
Bell RingerStudy For Africa Unit Common Assessment
XX:25 after we will BEGIN
Materials NeededWriting Utensil
Test
Answer Document
Plan of AttackPlace all your belongings on the floor
Have writing utensil out
Complete Common AssessmentAnswer Multiple Choice Questions 1-20Answer Short Answer Questions 1-2Answer Extended Response Question 1
Short Answer/Extended Response… DO YOUR BEST I AM NOT ANSWERING QUESTIONS ABOUT THEM.
Test Time
GOOD LUCK TO ALL OF YOU!
After Test ProcedurePlace Test on long table under the tab that says
“Place test Here”
Place Answer Sheet in RED folder
Grab Puzzle Packet to keep you busy after the test
Homework: NONE