African's Government & Religion

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What was a common expectation from the people by African rulers?

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To show total loyalty

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What did the kings of Ghana use to govern their territory? Options: Military force, Provinces and district chiefs, Merchant councils, Religious leaders

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Provinces and district chiefs

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What was a common feature of both Ghana and Mali's government? Options: Lack of central authority, Division into provinces, Rule by merchants, Absence of military

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Division into provinces

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How did traditional African religions influence African life?

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They provided rules for living and honored history and ancestors.

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Who was Ibn Battuta?

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A young Arab lawyer from Morocco.

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What did Ibn Battuta find surprising about West African Muslims?

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Women did not cover their faces with a veil.

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What was the purpose of diviners in African societies?

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To predict the future and protect kingdoms.

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What did Mansa Musa use his empire's wealth for?

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To spread Islam and build mosques.

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Who was the ruler of the Songhai Empire who became a Muslim to keep the loyalty of merchants?

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Sunni Ali

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What did Mansa Musa do to spread Islam in West Africa?

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Convinced scholars to return to Mali