The Empire of Mali

What was the main reason traders crossed the Sahara to reach the Kingdom to the south?

• To trade gold

• To explore new lands

• To trade spices and silk

• To find water sources

In what year did Sundiata begin his revolt against Soumaoro Kante?

• 1240

• 1225

• 1235

• 1234

What disability did Sundiata overcome in his childhood?

• He was unable to speak

• He was unable to see

• He was unable to walk

• He was unable to hear

What was the Empire of Ghana known for trading?

• Spices and silk

• Ivory and slaves

• Cotton and pottery

• Gold and salt

What title was Sundiata given after his victory?

• Sultan

• Emir

• King

• Monza

What was unique about the Mali Empire's location compared to the Ghana Empire?

• It contained gold mines within its borders

• It was closer to the Sahara

• It was further north

• It was on the coast

What significant action did Sundiata's successor take to strengthen ties with North Africa?

• Signed a peace treaty

• Married a North African princess

• Made the hajj to Mecca

• Built a large mosque

What led to a civil war in Mali after the death of Sundiata's successor?

• A dispute over trade routes

• A famine

• The succession by adopted sons

• An invasion by a neighboring empire

What was the outcome of Mansa Abubakari Kieta II's expedition?

• He discovered new lands

• He established a colony

• He and his ships were never heard from again

• He returned with great wealth

What was Sundiata's strategy to defeat Soumaoro Kante?

• Form a large army

• Use magic against him

• Negotiate peace

• Unite smaller kingdoms against him