Exploring West Africa's Rich History

What was the primary religion that spread through West Africa due to trade and conquest?

• Christianity

• Hinduism

• Islam

• Buddhism

What was one of the main resources that made ancient Ghana wealthy?

• Diamonds

• Gold

• Oil

• Silver

Who was the famous leader of the Mali Empire known for his pilgrimage to Mecca?

• Sundiata Keita

• Mansa Musa

• Askia Muhammad

• Sunni Ali

Which river was crucial for trade in the Mali Empire?

• Nile River

• Niger River

• Congo River

• Zambezi River

What was a major commodity traded by the Mali Empire besides gold?

• Spices

• Salt

• Silk

• Tea

Which city became a center of learning and culture in the Mali Empire?

• Accra

• Timbuktu

• Lagos

• Marrakech

What was the role of griots in West African societies?

• Warriors

• Traders

• Storytellers and historians

• Farmers

Which empire succeeded the Mali Empire as the dominant power in West Africa?

• Ghana Empire

• Songhai Empire

• Egyptian Empire

• Benin Empire

What was the primary method of transportation for trade across the Sahara Desert?

• Horses

• Camels

• Elephants

• Donkeys

Which of the following was a key factor in the spread of Islam in West Africa?

• Military conquest

• Trade interactions

• Agricultural development

• Artistic expression