Unit 4: West Africa

How did Mansa Musa's pilgrimage to Mecca impact the economy of the Mali Empire?

• It decreased trade relations

• It attracted traders and scholars to Mali

• It led to a decline in wealth

• It caused conflicts with other empires

What was the primary purpose of the Trans-Saharan trade routes?

• To exchange ideas and religious beliefs

• To trade salt and gold

• To establish new kingdoms

• To build new cities

The Economy of Ancient West Africa Empires

• -The empires of Ghana, Mali, and Songhai thrived on the wealth of gold.

• -Cities were established for the trade of gold and salt.

• -Timbuktu became an economic and cultural center.

Which conclusion is best supported by the list about the economy of Ancient West Africa Empires?

• African rulers limited the manufacture of finished goods.

• Trans-Saharan trade routes helped maintain regional commerce.

• African rulers limited trade with overseas nations.

• Trans-Saharan trade routes were controlled by nomadic warlords.

Which religion spread throughout West Africa largely due to Trans-Saharan trade?

• Christianity

• Buddhism

• Hinduism

• Islam

Which body of water borders West Africa to the west and south?

• Mediterranean Sea

• Atlantic Ocean

• Indian Ocean

• Red Sea

The Gulf of Guinea is located:

• Between Mali and Algeria

• North of the Sahara Desert

• Along the southern coast of West Africa

• East of Lake Chad

How did the Trans-Saharan trade impact West African culture?

• It led to the development of new languages

• It introduced new architectural styles

• It decreased cultural diversity

• It eliminated traditional beliefs

Which statement explains an important effect of Mansa Musa’s journey?

• Mali’s empire declined due to military conquests made along the route.

• Mali’s trade increased because other parts of the world became aware of its wealth.

• Mali’s demand for salt limited its ability to trade with many regions.

• Mali’s overall prosperity increased because of the great cost of the caravan.

How were griot traditions typically passed down?

• Through written documents

• Through social media

• Through government records

• From parent to child within families

The Niger River flows through which ancient West African trading city?

• Cairo

• Marrakech

• Timbuktu

• Tripoli