The Rise of the Mali Empire

What was the name of the empire that became independent as the Ghana Empire's power decreased?

• Songhai Empire

• Mali Empire

• Egyptian Empire

• Roman Empire

Who was the famous ruler of the Mali Empire known for its wealth and influence?

• Sundiata Keita

• Mansa Musa

• Askia the Great

• Cleopatra

What were the two main commodities that contributed to the wealth of the Mali Empire?

• Spices and Silk

• Gold and Salt

• Silver and Copper

• Iron and Coal

How many camels were said to pass through the Mali Empire every year?

• Five thousand

• Eight thousand

• Twelve thousand

• Twenty thousand

What did the cities of the Mali Empire provide for travelers?

• Entertainment and Music

• Water, Food, and Rest

• Weapons and Armor

• Maps and Guides

Which empire's decline led to the rise of the Mali Empire?

• Roman Empire

• Ghana Empire

• Byzantine Empire

• Ottoman Empire

What was one of the key factors that made the Mali Empire wealthy?

• Agriculture

• Trade Routes

• Military Conquests

• Art and Literature

In which region of Africa was the Mali Empire located?

• North Africa

• East Africa

• West Africa

• South Africa