AP African American Studies Unit 1

What was a prominent Sudanic empire known for its wealth and control of the trans-Saharan trade routes?

• Mali

• Songhai

• Ghana

• Zimbabwe

Which Sudanic empire was ruled by Mansa Musa, known for his famous pilgrimage to Mecca and his extravagant displays of wealth?

• Mali

• Songhai

• Ghana

• Axum

Which Sudanic empire was the largest of the three major empires and had notable scholars like Askia Muhammad contributing to its intellectual and cultural achievements?

• Mali

• Songhai

• Ghana

• Kush

What major trade commodity was the city of Timbuktu, located in the Sudanic region, renowned for during the height of the Mali Empire?

• Spices

• Gold

• Silk

• Tea

Which Sudanic empire is believed to have collapsed due to a combination of internal strife, external invasions, and the disruption of trade routes during the late 16th century?

• Mali

• Songhai

• Ghana

• Axum

Which ancient trade route connected North Africa to the interior of the continent, crossing the Sahara Desert and facilitating the exchange of goods, ideas, and cultures?

• Trans-Saharan Trade Route

• Silk Road

• Spice Route

• Incense Route

The Bantu migration is considered one of the most significant population movements in African history. What was a primary factor that drove the Bantu people to migrate across the African continent?

• Religious syncretism

• Escaping from ice age conditions

• Economic opportunities and land scarcity

• Seeking refuge from Mongol invasions

Which of the following regions of Africa did the Bantu migration have the most significant impact on, leading to the spread of Bantu languages and cultures?

• North Africa

• East Africa

• West Africa

• Southern Africa

This terracotta statue was made by which African civilization that was also known for its iron working skills?

• Benin

• Nok

• Mali

• Kongo

Which of the following is not a religion that was created by religious syncretism in Africa?

• Regla de Ocha

• Hinduism

• Voodoo

• Vodun