The Rise of the Songhai Empire Pg. 22-24

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What was a key event that contributed to the downfall of the Mali Empire during Mansa Musa's pilgrimage? Options: The Mali Empire expanded westward. The Mali Empire expanded eastward to include Gao. Mansa Musa lost a battle. The Mali Empire was invaded by Europeans.

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The Mali Empire expanded eastward to include Gao.

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Who were the two Songhai princes taken as captives by the Mali Empire?

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Ali Kolon and Sulayman Nar

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What role did Ali Kolon play in the Mali Empire before his escape?

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He was a military leader.

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How did Ali Kolon plan his escape from the Mali Empire?

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By hiding weapons and food during military expeditions.

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Why was Gao an important city for the Songhai people?

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It was a key trading post on the Niger River.

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What was the relationship between the Mali Empire and the city of Gao during Mansa Musa's reign?

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Gao was under loose control by the Mali Empire.

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Who became the ruler of the Mali Empire after Mansa Musa's death?

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Mansa Maghan

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What opportunity did Mansa Maghan's weak leadership provide to Ali Kolon?

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To escape and become the chief of Gao.

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What was the outcome of the power struggle between the Mali and Songhai Empires during the 1300s and early 1400s?

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Neither side had much luck in overpowering the other.

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Who became the king of the Songhai Empire in 1464 CE?

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Sunni Ali