Exploring Africa's Rich History

What makes Africa's size misleading on most maps?

• Its diverse climate zones

• The size of the Sahara Desert

• Its proximity to the equator

• The Mercator projection

Why is oral tradition important in African history?

• It's the primary source of historical records

• It preserves music history

• It was mandated by African kings

• It supports the education system

Why were written records scarce in Sub-Saharan Africa?

• Lack of materials

• Preference for oral tradition

• Climate conditions

• Lack of education

What did Mansa Musa bring on his pilgrimage to Mecca that caused inflation in Alexandria?

• Gold

• Silk

• Cattle

• Spices

What was unique about Mansa Musa's pilgrimage?

• He traveled alone

• He brought a large entourage and gold

• It was the longest pilgrimage ever

• He discovered new lands

Which empire did Mansa Musa rule?

• The Ottoman Empire

• The Roman Empire

• The Mali Empire

• The Persian Empire

How did Islam spread to West Africa?

• Through conquest

• Via trade routes

• Through colonization

• By missionaries

What helped spread Islam in West Africa?

• Military campaigns

• Forced conversions

• Architectural influence

• Trade and commerce

What was a major export from the Swahili city-states?

• Silk

• Ivory

• Gold

• Spices

What language links the Swahili city-states?

• Persian

• Bantu

• Swahili

• Arabic