History of Africa

Which two factors contributed most to the survival of early west African villages?

1. The domestication of crops: The development of agriculture allowed early west African villages to produce their own food, which made them less reliant on hunting and gathering. This allowed them to settle in one place and develop more permanent communities.

2. The development of trade: Trade with other villages and regions allowed early west African villages to access a wider variety of resources, including food, tools, and weapons. This helped them to improve their quality of life and to become more prosperous.