Mali Quiz African Civilization

Where was the Empire of Mali located?

• Southern Africa
• Eastern Europe
• Western Africa
• South America
• Middle East

What ruler united the local tribes and formed the Empire of Mali?

• Mansa Musa
• Sundiata Keita
• Shaka Zulu
• Hannibal
• Dinga Cisse

What was the title of the ruler of the Empire of Mali?

• King
• Caliph
• President
• Ghana
• Mansa

What religion played an important role in the Mali government?

• Islam
• Judaism
• Buddhism
• Christianity
• Taoism

What city of Mali was considered a center of learning and education?

• Tripoli
• Gao
• Accra
• Timbuktu
• Luanda

What group of workers were highly respected because they provided food?

• Hunters
• Farmers
• Soldiers
• Fishermen
• Artisans

What ruler of Mali is famous for his lavish trip to Mecca?

• Shaka Zulu
• Ramses II
• Mansa Musa
• Hannibal
• Sundiata

What rival empire came to power near the end of the Empire of Mali?

• Egyptian Empire
• Chinese Empire
• Islamic Empire
• Songhai Empire
• Empire of Ghana

What was the capital city of the Empire of Mali?

• Alexandria
• Koumbi Saleh
• Mogadishu
• Addis Ababa
• Niani

What resource did Mansa Musa bring back to Mali after his trip to Mecca?

• Scholars
• Gold
• Salt
• Iron
• Silk