West African Empires and Trade

The video discusses the historical gold and salt trade in Africa, focusing on the rise and fall of the Ghana, Mali, and Songhai empires. It highlights the role of trade in spreading Islam and the influence of key figures like Mansa Musa. The video also explores the cultural and educational advancements in cities like Timbuktu, driven by the wealth generated from trade.

What geographical feature was crucial to the development of the golden salt trade in Africa?

• The Nile River

• The Niger River

• The Congo River

• The Zambezi River

Which kingdom was the first to rise due to the golden salt trade?

• Mali

• Songhai

• Ghana

• Egypt

How did the Kingdom of Ghana gain wealth from the trade routes?

• By taxing traders

• By conquering neighboring lands

• By mining gold

• By trading slaves

What was a significant result of the Muslim invasion of Ghana?

• The introduction of Islam to West Africa

• The rise of the Songhai Empire

• The fall of the Mali Empire

• The discovery of new gold mines

Who was the first ruler of the Mali Empire?

• Sanjaya

• Mansa Musa

• Sunni Ali

• Sundiata Keita

What was Mansa Musa known for during his reign?

• Conquering Europe

• Spreading Christianity

• Inventing new trade routes

• Promoting Islam and building mosques

What city became a center for Islamic learning under Mansa Musa?

• Timbuktu

• Cairo

• Gao

• Mecca

Which empire was the largest African kingdom during the golden salt trade era?

• Ghana

• Mali

• Songhai

• Egypt

What led to the fall of the Songhai Empire?

• Internal rebellion

• Invasion by Morocco

• Economic collapse

• A drought

What technological advancement did Morocco use to defeat the Songhai Empire?

• Naval ships

• Cavalry

• Gunpowder and muskets

• Iron weapons