West African Empires

Which is the largest hot desert in the world?

• Senegal

• Sahara

• Soninke

• Sahel

What does the title "ghana" mean?

• Wise ruler

• Warrior king

• War chief

• Wise chief

Which group ultimately conquered the Empire of Ghana?

• The Berbers

• The Mande

• The Arabs

• The Almoravids

Approximately how much of the world's gold supply comes from West Africa?

• 1/4

• 1/3

• 1/2

• 2/3

How did Islam spread in West Africa?

• Through trade

• Through conquest

Which is the belief that spirits in animals, plants, and other natural things have an influence on people's daily lives?

• Animism

• Islam

• Zoroastrianism

• Confucianism

Which group founded Mali?

• Soninke

• Mande

• Almoravids

• Arabs

What did the title "mansa" mean?

• Emperor

• King

• Warrior

• Chief

Who was the first leader of Mali?

• Mansa Musa

• Sundiata

• Sunni Ali

• Askia Muhammad

What is NOT something that Ibn Battuta praised Mali for?

• Its safety

• Its justice system

• Its strict adherence to Muhammad's teachings

• Its devotion to Islam