Mansa Musa

What was one of the main reasons for the growth of the Mali Empire?

• A strong military
• Alliance with European kingdoms
• Control over important trade routes
• Abundance of natural resources

What was one of the ways Mansa Musa expanded and developed the Mali Empire?

• By conquering European kingdoms
• By converting to Christianity
• By establishing a strong military
• By annexing Timbuktu

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

• It increased trade between Europe and Africa
• It led to the downfall of the Mali Empire
• It showed his devotion to Islam
• It caused mass inflation

What was the impact of Mansa Musa's pilgrimage on the perception of Mali and its king?

• It led to the downfall of the Mali Empire
• It increased trade between Europe and Africa
• It caused mass inflation
• It elevated them to near legendary status

What was the significance of Timbuktu during Mansa Musa's reign?

• It was a major trading port
• It was a center of military power
• It was a center of religion and learning
• It was the capital of the Mali Empire