Wk3 - The Mali Empire

Who was the most famous ruler of the Mali Empire?

• Sundiata Keita

• Shaka Zulu

• Mansa Musa

• Askia Muhammad

What years did Mansa Musa rule Mali?

• 1340-1355

• 1290-1305

• 1300-1325

• 1312-1337

What significant journey did Mansa Musa undertake in 1324?

• Mansa Musa's trade expedition to Europe in 1324.

• Mansa Musa's pilgrimage to Mecca in 1324.

• Mansa Musa's conquest of Timbuktu in 1324.

• Mansa Musa's journey to the Nile River in 1324.

What impact did Mansa Musa's pilgrimage have on the economy of the regions he visited?

• The pilgrimage decreased trade and stabilized gold prices.

• Mansa Musa's pilgrimage had no effect on local economies.

• Mansa Musa's pilgrimage stimulated local economies through increased trade and caused inflation due to the influx of gold.

• Mansa Musa's journey led to a decline in local businesses.

What city became a center for learning in the Mali Empire?

• Kano

• Timbuktu

• Djenné

• Bamako

How many students lived in Timbuktu during its peak as a learning center?

• Approximately 25,000 students.

• Around 50,000 students.

• Nearly 15,000 students.

• About 10,000 students.

What subjects were taught at the universities in Timbuktu?

• Philosophy, history, art, music

• Islamic theology, law, grammar, rhetoric, logic, medicine, mathematics, astronomy

• Computer science, engineering, biology, chemistry

• Physical education, sports management, culinary arts

What valuable items did the Mali Empire trade?

• Gold, salt, ivory, and slaves

• Diamonds, silver, and copper

• Wheat, corn, and fish

• Spices, textiles, and pottery

Why was gold important to the Mali Empire?

• Gold was mainly important for religious rituals.

• Gold was important to the Mali Empire for its wealth, trade, and economic power.

• Gold had no significant impact on the Mali Empire's economy.

• Gold was primarily used for jewelry and decoration.

What role did education play in the Mali Empire?

• Education played a vital role in promoting literacy, Islamic scholarship, and cultural exchange in the Mali Empire.

• Education was primarily focused on vocational training for agriculture.

• Education was mainly used to enforce strict government control over the populace.

• Education had little impact on the spread of Islam in the region.