Understanding African History and Culture

Understanding African History and Culture

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9th Grade

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Preston A

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15 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following combinations of countries can fit entirely within the continent of Africa?

United States, India, and China

Russia, Canada, and Brazil

Australia, Mexico, and Japan

Germany, France, and Spain

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Plato's perspective on the impact of writing on human memory?

He believed writing enhanced human memory by providing permanent records.

He thought writing destroyed human memory by reducing the need to remember.

He argued writing had no significant effect on human memory.

He suggested writing was only useful for short-term memory.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many camel loads of gold did Mansa Musa reportedly bring on his pilgrimage to Mecca?

Ten

Fifty

One hundred

Two hundred

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a notable economic consequence of Mansa Musa's generous spending in Alexandria?

It led to a period of economic prosperity and growth.

It caused runaway inflation that took years to recover from.

It resulted in a new trade agreement with Mali.

It had no significant impact on the city's economy.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What myth about West Africa did Mansa Musa's immense wealth help to create among Europeans?

That it was a land of advanced technology.

That it was a land of gold.

That it was a land of powerful armies.

That it was a land of unique spices.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Mansa Musa's story helps to challenge which common stereotype about Africa?

That its people were poor and lived in tribes ruled by chiefs.

That its people were isolated from the rest of the world.

That its people lacked advanced agricultural techniques.

That its people had no written history.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant religious journey did Mansa Musa undertake, demonstrating his devotion to Islam?

A pilgrimage to Jerusalem

A journey to Rome

The Hajj to Mecca

A spiritual retreat to Mount Sinai

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