Mali and Songhai

What is the main reason Sundiata is remembered in legends?

• He introduced Islam to West Africa.

• He conquered Timbuktu.

• He founded the Mali empire.

• He started the gold-salt trade.

What was the significance of Mansa Musa’s hajj?

• It ended Sundiata’s rule over Mali.

• It established Mali’s first set of laws.

• It introduced Christianity to Mali.

• It brought world attention to Mali.

Which statement best explains the importance of Arabic in Songhai?

• It was the traditional language of West Africa.

• It became the language of Songhai law and learning.

• It made it easier to conduct the gold-salt trade.

• It was more advanced than West African languages.

What was the deciding factor in the collapse of Songhai?

• It faced rivalries within the ruling family.

• It relied too heavily on the salt-gold trade.

• It was invaded by a foreign army with guns.

• It valued Islamic learning over military strength.

What is one legacy from the empires of Mali and Songhai?

• The hajj was established as an Islamic tradition.

• The languages they established are still spoken today.

• Most West African nations have oral laws.

• Christianity has spread throughout West Africa.