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What was West African's world or life in the late 1400's?
It revolved around the family and village life.
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What was important in all aspects of West Africans' life?
Religion to the West Africans
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What is bonds of kinship called?
Lineage.
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What was believed to be filled with spirits and perceived spiritual forces in both living and non-living objects?
Nature
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What is matrilineal?
It is the descent from the mother's family.
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How did the West Africans support themselves?
They were farming, herding, hunting, and fishing; and minding and trading.
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What was a complex web of family alliances?
West African societies' customs
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Who were the lowest rank in West Africa?
Slaves
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What ranked in the family?
Age of the family member
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How did the Africans escape slavery?
When a slave became adopted or married into the family.
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