Physical Characteristics
Where was the ancient empire of Mali located?
West Africa
What river was very important to farmers in ancient Mali?
Niger River
What were the human characteristics of Mali?
a. farmers, fisherman, and traders
b. farmers, miners, and traders
c. fisherman, miners, and traders
b. farmers, miners, and traders
What was the oral tradition of Mali?
Telling stories
Who governed the empire of Mali?
Rich and powerful kings
What was ancient Mali's climate like?
Which of the following was NOT a physical characteristic of ancient Mali?
a. had rivers nearby
b. was located on the continent of Asia
c. had desert-like conditions
d. had hills and mountains
b. was located on the continent of Asia
What natural resource helped the people of Mali adapt to their environment in order to meet their needs?
Salt and trading salt for gold.
Mali became one of the largest and wealthiest empires and an important what?
Trade center
How was history and tradition passed down in ancient Mali?
Storytellers who gave oral accounts.
Who controlled trade in West Africa?
What was ancient Mali's climate like?
Hot and dry
When miners found gold in Western Africa, what did they do with it?
Traded the salt for gold
What two areas/trade routes was ancient Mali located between?
The sources of salt in the Sahara Desert and the gold region/mines of West Africa.
Where does most of Mali's history come from?
Oral accounts retold by griots
Who was the famous ruler of ancient Mali that was known as the "Lion King"
Sundiata
Name two physical characteristics of Mali
Located near West Africa, near rivers, desert-like conditions, and gold mines.
What did people use salt for in ancient Mali?
Health and preserving foods
Who was the famous ruler responsible for building universities in Timbuktu?
Mansa Musa
What desert was located north of Timbuktu in ancient Mali?
Sahara Desert