Medieval West Africa Quiz

Which empire was the dominant power in medieval West Africa?

• Ghana Empire

• Songhai Empire

• Zulu Empire

• Mali Empire

What was the capital city of the Ghana Empire?

• Lagos

• Timbuktu

• Koumbi Saleh

• Cairo

Which geographical feature played a significant role in the rise of the Ghana Empire?

• The Sahara Desert played a significant role in the rise of the Ghana Empire.

• The Himalayas played a significant role in the rise of the Ghana Empire.

• The Amazon Rainforest played a significant role in the rise of the Ghana Empire.

• The Great Barrier Reef played a significant role in the rise of the Ghana Empire.

What was the main economic activity of the Ghana Empire?

• Agriculture

• Fishing

• Mining

• Trade

Which empire succeeded the Ghana Empire as the dominant power in West Africa?

• Mali Empire

• Benin Empire

• Zulu Empire

• Songhai Empire

Who was the most famous ruler of the Mali Empire?

• Mansa Musa

• Askia Muhammad

• Sundiata Keita

• Abubakari II

Which city became a major center of learning and trade during the Mali Empire?

• Alexandria

• Ghana

• Timbuktu

• Cairo

Which empire emerged as the largest empire in West Africa after the fall of the Mali Empire?

• Benin Empire

• Kanem-Bornu Empire

• Ghana Empire

• Songhai Empire

Which geographical feature played a significant role in the rise of the Songhai Empire?

• Niger River

• Mount Kilimanjaro

• Sahara Desert

• Mediterranean Sea

Which empire was known for its impressive bronze sculptures and wall art?

• The empire known for its impressive bronze sculptures and wall art is the Shang Dynasty.

• The Roman Empire

• The Inca Empire

• The Ottoman Empire