African Empires Before Enslavement

What made the African kingdoms wealthy in the age of encounters?

• Gold

• Silver

• Spices

• Silk

The Mali empire was in power from 1220 until about 1500. Trade continued to prosper under ______ leadership.

• Ghana

• Mali

• Songhai

• Egyptian

Which of the following is a famous mosque in West Africa?

• Mosque de Diafarabe

• Eiffel Tower

• Taj Mahal

• Sydney Opera House

Mansa Musa was known for his wealth and influence. Fill in the blank: Mansa Musa was a ruler of the _______ Empire.

• Roman

• Mali

• Ottoman

• British

Gold Ingots were a symbol of wealth in ancient times. Which civilization was known for trading gold ingots?

• Aztec

• Egyptian

• Mali

• Greek