Mali Empire

Question 1

What was the capital city of the Mali Empire?

Answer 1

Timbuktu

Question 2

True or False: The Mali Empire was known for its strong military.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Fill in the blank: The Mali Empire’s military strength was primarily based on ________.

Answer 3

cavalry

Question 4

Which religion was predominantly practiced in the Mali Empire?

Answer 4

Islam

Question 5

What role did trade play in the Mali Empire?

Answer 5

Trade was essential for wealth and cultural exchange.

Question 6

Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a key trade commodity for the Mali Empire? A) Spices B) Gold C) Silk D) Furs

Answer 6

B) Gold

Question 7

Short Answer: Name one significant trade route used by the Mali Empire.

Answer 7

The Trans-Saharan trade route

Question 8

True or False: The Mali Empire was a major center for Islamic learning.

Answer 8

True

Question 9

What was the primary purpose of the Mali Empire’s military?

Answer 9

To protect trade routes and expand territory.

Question 10

Fill in the blank: The Mali Empire’s wealth was largely derived from the trade of ________ and ________.

Answer 10

gold; salt

Question 11

Multiple Choice: Who was the most famous ruler of the Mali Empire known for his pilgrimage to Mecca? A) Mansa Musa B) Sunni Ali C) Askia Muhammad D) Sundiata Keita

Answer 11

A) Mansa Musa

Question 12

Short Answer: What was one effect of Mansa Musa’s pilgrimage to Mecca on the Mali Empire?

Answer 12

It increased the empire’s prestige and attracted scholars.

Question 13

True or False: The Mali Empire had a decentralized military structure.

Answer 13

False

Question 14

What was a major cultural achievement of the Mali Empire related to religion?

Answer 14

The establishment of universities and mosques.

Question 15

Fill in the blank: The Mali Empire’s military included both ________ and ________ forces.

Answer 15

infantry; cavalry

Question 16

Multiple Choice: What was a significant impact of trade on the Mali Empire’s economy? A) Decreased wealth B) Increased cultural isolation C) Economic prosperity D) Military decline

Answer 16

C) Economic prosperity

Question 17

Short Answer: What language was primarily used in trade within the Mali Empire?

Answer 17

Arabic

Question 18

True or False: The Mali Empire engaged in trade with European nations.

Answer 18

False

Question 19

What was the significance of Timbuktu in the context of the Mali Empire?

Answer 19

It was a major center for trade and scholarship.

Question 20

Fill in the blank: The Mali Empire’s military was known for its ________ tactics.

Answer 20

mobile

Question 21

Multiple Choice: Which of the following was NOT a factor in the Mali Empire’s military strength? A) Effective leadership B) Advanced weaponry C) Lack of resources D) Strong cavalry

Answer 21

C) Lack of resources

Question 22

Short Answer: What type of government did the Mali Empire have?

Answer 22

Monarchy

Question 23

True or False: The Mali Empire’s trade included items such as textiles and ivory.

Answer 23

True

Question 24

What was a consequence of the Mali Empire’s conversion to Islam?

Answer 24

Increased connections with other Islamic regions.

Question 25

Fill in the blank: The Mali Empire flourished during the ________ century.

Answer 25

14th