Mansa Musa

Multiple Choice

Evaluate the role of Mansa Musa's pilgrimage in altering the global perception of Africa during the 14th century.

• It reinforced stereotypes of Africa as a land of poverty

• It highlighted Africa's wealth and sophistication

• It had no impact on global perceptions

• It led to Africa being viewed as a military threat

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What were the main sources of wealth for the Mali Empire?

• Gold and salt trade

• Agriculture

• Textiles

• Fishing

Multiple Choice

What was the significance of Mansa Musa's pilgrimage to Mecca in 1324?

• It was a religious duty for Muslims

• It showed the wealth and power of the Mali Empire

• It was a journey to spread Islam

• It was a trade route to Europe

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What was the significance of Mansa Musa's pilgrimage in terms of its scale and impact on cities across Africa and the Middle East?

• It was a small caravan with few people

• It was a pilgrimage that had no impact

• It was a huge caravan that amazed cities

• It was a journey with no gifts given

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What were the impacts of Mansa Musa's pilgrimage on the Islamic world?

• Spread knowledge of Mali's wealth

• Strengthened Islamic connections

• Inspired greater trade and scholarship

• All of the above

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What contributions did the Mali Empire make to education and culture?

• Built mosques and schools

• Spread Christianity

• Limited access to education

• Discouraged artistic expression

Multiple Choice

After Mansa Musa went to Mecca on his pilgrimage, this map was created by a county in Europe.

What significance did this have for the Kingdom of Mali in relation to the world?

• It had little to no significance because of their distance to Europe.

• It allowed for the world (Europe) to know about Mali's wealth and success - leading to more trade relations.

• It allowed for the Europe to know about Mali and take over the country.

• It held no significance as it nobody took the map seriously.

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