Mali Empire Worksheet

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The empire of Mali had—

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grasslands and miners

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Which natural resource was often traded for salt?

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(Image of a rock)

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Which picture above shows the physical characteristics of the empire of Mali?

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Which desert did caravans cross to reach the gold mines of West Africa?

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Sahara

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What city was the person writing this diary entry visiting?

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Timbuktu

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On which continent is Mali located?

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Africa

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What did Mali trade to become a wealthy empire?

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Gold and salt

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Which describes the government of Mali?

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It was ruled by kings.

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At the beginning of its culture, the West African empire of Mali was located—

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by a river in west Africa

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What was found in the library in Timbuktu?

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Important books, including some copies of Greek and Roman books