Regents review assignment sheet
Directions: Complete the following Assignment for the date they are due. It is your choice
whether you want to type it or write it out. You will put all of your assignment in a folder
provided to you so you have an easy place to study from. You will be receiving a homework
grade for every assignment, as well as having your folder and its contents the day the
assignment is due. Take this seriously. Spend time identifying. You may end up writing an
essay or two on any of these concepts, terms or people on the Regents. I have done Page
131(5th Assignment) for you as an example. It will help you for your Regents.
First Assignment Due: April 11th
Regents Book: Read pages 2 - 27
Page 2: Complete Key Themes and Concepts & Key People and Terms
Page 9: Complete Key Themes and Concepts & Key People and Terms
Page 18: Complete Key Themes and Concepts & Key People and Terms
Page 21: Outline the Belief Systems under THE BIG IDEA
(be sure to include the key people and terms in your outline )
Second Assignment Due: April 18th
Regents Book: Read pages 36 – 53
Page 36: Complete Key Themes and Concepts & Key People and Terms
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Third Assignment Due: May 2nd
Regents Book: Read pages 54 – 63; 72 – 79
Page 54: Complete Key Themes and Concepts & Key People and Terms
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Fourth Assignment Due: May 9th
Regents Book: Read pages 80-90; 106- 118
Page 80: Complete Key Themes and Concepts & Key People and Terms
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(already done for you as an example!! – just copy it)
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Fifth Assignment Due: May 16th
Regents Book: Read pages 119 – 130; 140 – 151
Page 119: Complete Key Themes and Concepts & Key People and Terms
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Sixth Assignment Due: May 23rd
Regents Book: Read pages 152-178
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Section 5: African Civilizations
Key Themes and Concepts
Geography
How did the geography of Africa encourage the development of diverse civilizations?
Africa has a very varied geography. They have deserts, savannas, rainforests, and woodlands. Depending on
where a person lived, their way of life would be different. For example, a person living in a desert would have to rely
strictly on hunting and some gathering for food. However, a person living in a savanna can farm, hunt and gather.
Also there are many geographic barriers in Africa (deserts, plateaus, waterfalls, non-rugged coastline). This
prevented people from easily moving across the continent, thus preventing cultural diffusion.
Power
What factors contributed to the rise and fall of powerful kingdoms in Africa?
Powerful kingdoms were able to rise in power depending on whether they controlled the trade routes. Whoever
dominated a majority of the trade routes, providing salt and goods for their people would rule.
Movement of people and goods
What links did Africa have with global trade routes?
In East Africa, the Mediterranean and Red Seas linked Africa to Europe, India and the Middle East. West Africa was
linked to Europe by the Mediterranean Sea.
Culture
How did traditional art and literary forms reflect the beliefs of African peoples?
The art and literacy show the African peoples pride in their heritage. Much of the art reflects their belief systems.
Many of the pieces are used for religious ceremonies and rituals, particularly to do with their ancestors.
Key people and terms
Savanna – grassy plains; make up most of Africa; good soil and enough rain for farming
Desert – dry, barren land; Sahara Desert
Ghana – West Africa; controls gold and salt trade; Islam introduced to West Africa
Mali – kingdom in West Africa; Timbuktu  center of Muslim learning and trade; controls gold trade
Mansa musa – most powerful Mali ruler: Mansa Musa went to Mecca (Islam) with much Money(trade)
Songhai – West Africa; trade routes; Sonni Ali (most powerful leader); Muslim dynasty begins
Swahili – language in East Africa  Arabic words and Bantu mixed
Axum – East Africa on Red Sea; Christian empire: trade between Africa, Mediterranean and Middle East; eventually
weakened because of introduction of Islam to neighboring areas