Exploring African Kingdoms and Cultures

Which of the following was a significant trade item transported along the Mali Empire trade routes?

• Silk

• Gold

• Spices

• Silver

What was the primary role of the Songhai Empire's administrative system?

• To expand the empire's territory

• To manage trade and taxation

• To develop new architectural styles

• To establish diplomatic relations with Europe

Which architectural feature is most associated with Great Zimbabwe?

• Pyramids

• Stone enclosures

• Wooden palisades

• Mud-brick houses

How did the Ashanti Kingdom primarily acquire gold for trade?

• Through mining

• By importing from neighboring regions

• By trading with European merchants

• Through conquest

What was a key factor in the success of the Mali Empire's trade routes?

• The use of camels for transportation

• The construction of paved roads

• The establishment of sea ports

• The development of railways

Which of the following was a responsibility of the Songhai Empire's governors?

• Leading military campaigns

• Overseeing local markets

• Building religious temples

• Writing historical records

What material was primarily used in the construction of Great Zimbabwe's walls?

• Wood

• Brick

• Stone

• Clay

Which European country was a major trading partner with the Ashanti Kingdom for gold?

• France

• Portugal

• Spain

• Britain

What was the primary purpose of the Mali Empire's trade routes?

• To spread religious beliefs

• To facilitate the exchange of goods

• To establish military outposts

• To explore new territories

Which of the following best describes the administrative structure of the Songhai Empire?

• A centralized monarchy

• A network of local chiefs

• A system of appointed governors

• A council of elders