Exploring Southwest and West Africa

What was the primary religion in Southwest Asia during the 400-1500s CE?

• Christianity

• Islam

• Hinduism

• Buddhism

Which empire was prominent in North Africa during the early 1500s?

• Roman Empire

• Ottoman Empire

• Byzantine Empire

• Persian Empire

What was the main language spoken in West Africa during the 400-1500s CE?

• Arabic

• Swahili

• Latin

• Yoruba

Which city was a major center of learning in West Africa during the 14th century?

• Cairo

• Timbuktu

• Baghdad

• Marrakech

What was the primary economic activity in North Africa during the 400-1500s CE?

• Agriculture

• Trade

• Mining

• Fishing

Which river was crucial for the development of civilizations in Southwest Asia?

• Nile

• Tigris

• Amazon

• Yangtze

What was the dominant empire in West Africa during the 13th century?

• Mali Empire

• Ghana Empire

• Songhai Empire

• Benin Empire

Which of the following was a significant cultural contribution of the Islamic Golden Age in Southwest Asia?

• Printing press

• Algebra

• Steam engine

• Democracy

What was the primary religion in North Africa during the 400-1500s CE?

• Christianity

• Islam

• Judaism

• Zoroastrianism

Which West African empire was known for its wealth and trade in gold?

• Ghana Empire

• Mali Empire

• Songhai Empire

• Kanem Empire