Which of the following describes the iron-working experience in sub-Saharan Africa?
a. Did not experience working with copper before iron-making.
b. Did not work iron, only imported it.
c. Used bronze extensively, but only for tools.
d. Ample resources of pure iron ore are available in sub-Saharan area.
e. Never used a hot-air iron-smelting process.
Question 2
What was a long-term economic result of the peace treaty signed between the Southern Song and the Jin dynasty?
a. The economy of the Southern Song was devastated.
b. The Southern Song were forced to pay a huge tribute to the Jin.
c. A sharp rivalry developed between the dynasties over control of the Silk Road.
d. With the tribute from the Southern Song, the Jurchen began to buy goods from south China, which helped to rebuild the economy there.
e. With the huge revenues collected from the Southern Song, the Jurchen began to build up their military.
The “Infertility Belt” In certain countries in Central Africa, infertility rates are as high as 30%
Avoid working with your elbows lifted.
Sub-Saharan Africa
Population growth in India, China, Africa, and other countries in the developing world
British Iron Production, 1600–1870