Early African Societies and Islamic Empires

Which kingdoms were significant in early African societies before 1500 CE?

• Ghana, Mali, Songhai

• Egypt, Nubia, Axum

• Zimbabwe, Kongo, Benin

• Ethiopia, Carthage, Kush

What was a major impact of Mansa Musa's pilgrimage to Mecca?

• Showcased the wealth of the Mali Empire

• Led to the decline of the Songhai Empire

• Started the trans-Saharan trade

• Introduced Christianity to Africa

What role did the Swahili trading cities play in early African societies?

• Hubs for resource distribution and cultural exchange

• Centers for Islamic religious teachings

• Military strongholds against European invaders

• Agricultural centers for the Sudanic kingdoms

What was a significant result of the blending of traditional African beliefs with Islam and Christianity?

• Unique societal structures and practices

• The decline of African traditional religions

• The rise of the Swahili language

• The unification of African kingdoms

What was one of the contributions of Islamic scholars during the Medieval Mediterranean period?

• Advancements in astrology, geometry, and mathematics

• Development of the printing press

• Invention of the compass

• Discovery of the Americas