Geography of Mali
What river was very important to Mali?
The Niger River was very important to Mali
Who was the most famous ruler of Mali?
Mansa Musa
What two resources were most valuable in Mali's trade?
Gold and salt
What religion spread through Mali during Mansa Musa's religion?
Islam
Who was lbn battuta?
A muslim traveler who visited Mali and wrote about it
In which region of Africa was the Mali Empire located?
West Africa
What religion did Mansa Musa follow and promote?
Islam
What was the name of the city that became a center for trade and learning?
Timbuktu
What kind of buildings did Mansa Musa build to support religion?
Mosques
What did lbn battuta think of Mali's justice system?
He was impressed y its fairness and honesty
How did Mali's location help it become a wealthy empire?
It was located between gold mines in the south and salt mines in the north which was perfect for trade routes.
What major religious journey did Mansa Musa take?
The Haji to Mecca
What is a caravan and why was it important?
A group of traders traveling together
protected goods across deserts.
How did Islam change Mali's laws and education?
Laws were influenced by islamic teachings and school's taught Arabic and religion.
Why are lbn battura's writings so valuable to historians today?
They give a first handed account of Mali's culture, religion, and government.
Why was the Niger River so important to Mali's success?
It provided water, transportation, and supported trade and farming
Name one way Mansa Musa expanded Mali's power
What does "supply and demand" mean in Mali's trade system?
Prices and trade were affected by how much of a good was available and how much people wanted it.
What was one cultural impact of islam on Mali?
New architecture, religious practices, or written record in Africa.
What long term impact did Mali have on the world?
It showed the power and wealth of Africa empires and spread islamic learning
What two climate zones influenced Mali's agriculture and trade?
desert and savanna
How did Mansa Musa's leadership impact Mali's international reputation?
His wealth and generosity made Mali famous and respected across Africa and the Middle East.
Describe how Mali used barter and explain a possible trade.
Mali traders exchanged goods directly like gold for salt or cloth for grain.
Why was Timbuktu important to islamic culture and learning?
It had libraries and schools, attracting scholars from all over the islamic world
How did Mali influence future African kingdoms?