Medieval Africa Quiz

What was a significant impact of the trade routes between North and West Africa?

• Gold from West Africa was exchanged for salt from the Sahara

• Long distance trade routes connected North and West Africa

• Islam influenced the Kingdom of Mali

• The Kingdom of Mali became isolated from other cultures.

• Trade led to the spread of Islam and cultural exchange.

• West Africa stopped trading with other regions.

• The Sahara Desert expanded into the Kingdom of Mali.

In ancient Africa, which region was primarily known for its gold and salt production?

• savanna

• forest

• mountains

• desert

Use the map to answer the question. The Sahara Desert is located at which point on the map.

• point A

• point B

• point C

• point D

Which natural resource was crucial to the success of the Ghana Empire.

• camels

• gold

• iron

• salt

What is one reason for the diverse plant and animal life found in Africa?

• Africa's climate is arid and dry

• The continent's location near tropical zones and the equator.

• Species pf plants and animals were brought from other countries.

• Building of cities has led to the preservation of natural habitats.

Which river helped with agriculture and trade for the empire of Mali?

• Indus River

• Niger River

• Nile River

• Yellow River

How did Mansa Musa make Mali famous?

• by making a pilgrimage to Mecca and giving away gold.

• by keeping invaders out of Timbuktu.

• by defeating armies of rivaling kingdoms.

• by writing about his travels and books.

Which factor was most significant in establishing the power and wealth of the West African empires of Ghana and Mali?

• iron mining

• caravan trading

• plantation agriculture

• textile manufacturing

What role did Timbuktu play in the Mali Empire?

• a center for schooling and Muslim culture

• a strategic location for African military forces

• a marketplace dominated by European traders

• a docking point for Asian and European maritime trade

How did the Niger River help the Mali Empire thrive and gain wealth?

• It provided a place for scientific research.

• It served as a barrier against invasions from the south.

• It was a major route for the trade of gold and salt.

• It provided a direct route to the Indian Ocean.