The Mali Empire

Where was the Empire of Mali located?

• Southern Africa

• Eastern Africa

• Western Africa

• Northern Africa

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

• Mansa Musa

• Sundiata Keita

• Shaka Zulu

• Dinga Cisse

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

• King

• Caliph

• President

• Mansa

What religion played an important role in the Mali government?

• Islam

• Judaism

• Christianity

• Animism

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

• Dhenne

• Timbuktu

• Gao

• Tinka

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

• Hunters

• Soldiers

• Farmers

• Fishermen

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

• Shaka Zulu

• Ramses II

• Sundiata

• Mansa Musa

What was the capital city of the Empire of Mali?

• Niani

• Alexandria

• Mogadishu

• Koumbi Saleh

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

• Gold

• Scholars and knowledge

• Salt

• Iron

What country's economy did Mansa Musa destabilize during his pilgrimage to Mecca?

• China

• Japan

• Israel

• Egypt