What would happen if all griots were killed or died off?

The loss of cultural heritage and historical knowledge.

Griots would become more popular and influential.

The community would thrive without their stories.

New griots would emerge to replace the lost ones.

What does this African proverb mean?

The death of an elder represents the loss of knowledge and wisdom.

Elders are not important in society.

Knowledge is only found in books.

Wisdom is irrelevant to younger generations.

What would a griot-in-training also learn to do?

How to speak multiple languages

What two facts correctly describe shamans? Select all that apply.

They were priest-like elders in an indigenous religion

Indigenous people believed they could communicate with the spirit world

They did not believe in spirits and were bishops of an ancient African church

They were priest-like elders in an indigenous religion, and did not believe in spirits

Indigenous people believed they could communicate with the spirit world, and they were bishops of an ancient African church

Why is the Niger river important?

It provides water for five West African nations.

It flows a certain way that makes it cool

It is the largest river in Africa

What two things did Mansa Musa do to make Islam stronger in his empire?

Invited architects, artisans, and scholars to come to Mali

He irrigated the land around Mali to grow more crops, and Drove out barbarian invaders to keep Mali citizens safe

He built mosques and libraries, and Irrigated the land around Mali to grow more crops

He invited architects, artisans, and scholars to come to Mali, and Drove out barbarians invaders to keep Mali citizens safe

Which three statements describe the contributions of the griots?

They maintained the oral histories of a village, Memorized names, dates, places, and events, and Served as ambassadors and diplomats between villages

They maintained the oral histories of a village, Memorized names, dates, places, and events, and Served as religious leaders

They maintained the oral histories of a village, Served as religious leaders, and Served as ambassadors and diplomats between villages

They memorized names, dates, places, and events, Served as religious leaders, and Served as ambassadors and diplomats between villages

How did the cities of Djenne and Timbuktu become centers of trade, culture, and learning?

The trans-Saharan caravan trade exchanged salt, gold, and slaves through those central cities

They were capitals of kingdoms at some point during their existence

They were good mobile points that armies could use to assemble at

They were major cities along the Silk Road in East Africa

How did the expansion of the Ottoman Empire impact the city of Constantinople? Select two that apply.

It increased the influence of Islam in the city.

It caused the city to be renamed Istanbul.

It reduced the city’s role as a major trade hub in Europe.

It allowed the city to spread Christianity into Southwest Asia.

It decreased the number of military conflicts in the city.

This is a drawing from the Middle East during the 15th century. Based on this drawing, which statement is the most accurate?

Early Muslim society had knowledge of medicine and science.

Early Muslim society did not value art.

Early Muslim society valued literature.

Early Muslim society did not keep written records of information.

What question would have the correct answer of : "The Ming gave scholar-officials more power than military officials"?

How did the Ming Dynasty's government differ from

What was the role of military officials in the Ming Dynasty?

Who were the primary leaders during the Ming Dynasty?

What was the main focus of the Ming Dynasty's economy?

What happened to the Silk Road during the age of the Mongol Empire? Select all that apply.

It was improved and expanded throughout Eurasia.

The Silk Road flourished and became safer for trade.

Trade on the Silk Road was heavily restricted.

The Silk Road became a military route for Mongol armies.

How did agricultural and technological developments contributed to the success of the Song Dynasty?

Agricultural and technological developments led to increased food production, improved farming efficiency, and enhanced trade, contributing to the success of the Song Dynasty.

The Song Dynasty relied solely on traditional farming methods without any innovations.

Agricultural developments decreased food production and led to famine.

Technological advancements had no impact on trade during the Song Dynasty.

Emperor Diocletian split the Roman Empire into two halves because __________ .

to unify the empire under one ruler

Why was the Hagia Sophia one of Justinian’s most important architectural achievements?

It showcased advanced engineering and became a symbol of Byzantine architecture.

It served as a royal palace for Justinian.

It was the first building to use concrete.

It was primarily a military fortress.

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Which letter identifies Djenne?

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Which letter identifies the Niger River?

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Which letter identifies the Atlantic Ocean?

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Which letter identifies the Sahara?

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Which letter identifies Timbuktu?

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What was one of the natural resources that helped the Ghana Kingdom become powerful? Choose all that apply.
(a) (b)

Gold

salt

Copper

minerals

water

trade

war

slaves

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How did the Trans-Saharan trade have an impact on the culture of Mali?

The Trans-Saharan trade isolated Mali from other cultures.

The trade primarily focused on agricultural products, not cultural exchange.

Mali's culture remained unchanged despite the trade.

The Trans-Saharan trade introduced Islam and promoted cultural exchange, enhancing Mali's education and arts.

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Unit 4 Test

Which letter identifies Djenne?

Which letter identifies the Niger River?

Which letter identifies the Atlantic Ocean?

Which letter identifies the Sahara?

Which letter identifies Timbuktu?

What was one of the natural resources that helped the Ghana Kingdom become powerful? Choose all that apply. (a) ​ (b)

How did the Trans-Saharan trade have an impact on the culture of Mali?

What would happen if all griots were killed or died off?

What does this African proverb mean?

What would a griot-in-training also learn to do?​ (a)

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