Specializations in Mali

What was one of the most important jobs in ancient Mali?

• Blacksmith

• Trader

• Carpenter

• Weaver

Which city was a center for the trade of gold and other luxury goods in ancient Mali?

• Timbuktu

• Cairo

• Alexandria

• Casablanca

Who were responsible for teaching the Quran and other religious texts in ancient Mali?

• Artisans

• Traders

• Warriors

• Islamic scholars

What were griots in ancient Mali known for?

• Preserving history through song and poetry

• Trading goods

• Farming

• Creating jewelry

What were warriors in ancient Mali responsible for?

• Weaving textiles

• Raising livestock

• Protecting the empire's borders

• Creating weapons

Which job in ancient Mali involved transporting goods like gold, salt, and ivory across the Sahara Desert?

• Weaver

• Trader

• Blacksmith

• Carpenter

What was the main economic activity in ancient Mali?

• Agriculture

• Fishing

• Trade

• Mining

Who was the ruler of ancient Mali known as?

• Emperor

• King

• Chief

• President

Which natural resource was abundant in ancient Mali?

• Oil

• Gold

• Diamonds

• Coal

What was the main religious practice in ancient Mali?

• Christianity

• Islam

• Buddhism

• Hinduism