Mali Empire EOY Review

Where was the Empire of Mali located?

• Northern Africa

• Southern Africa

• Eastern Africa

• Western Africa

When was the Empire of Mali established?

• Around 1235 CE

• Around 1300 CE

• Around 1100 CE

• Around 1400 CE

Who united the tribes to form the Empire of Mali?

• Soso

• Mahmud IV

• Mansa Musa

• Sundiata Keita

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

• Mansa

• Sultan

• King

• Emir

Which religion played an important role in the Mali Empire?

• Hinduism

• Buddhism

• Christianity

• Islam

What was Mansa Musa famous for?

• His trade with Asia

• His lavish pilgrimage to Mecca

• His conquests in Europe

• His exploration of the Americas

Which empire rose to power leading to the decline of the Mali Empire?

• The Songhai Empire

• The Ottoman Empire

• The Roman Empire

• The British Empire

What were the main sources of Mali's wealth?

• Coal and iron

• Gold and salt mines

• Oil and diamonds

• Silk and spices

Which city in the Mali Empire was considered a center of education?

• Djenne

• Gao

• Niani

• Timbuktu

What was the capital city of the Mali Empire?

• Niani

• Walata

• Timbuktu

• Gao