Ancient Africa - Empire of Mali

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