The African Kingdoms
hich African kingdom became very wealthy due to trade in gold and salt?
The Kingdom of Ghana.
Who was the first ruler of the Mughal Empire in India?
Babur
What were the names of some of the great kingdoms of West Africa?
Ghana, Mali, and Songhai.
What was the Mughal Empire’s capital?
Delhi
What was the importance of the city of Timbuktu in the Mali Empire?
Timbuktu was a major center of trade and learning, with libraries and schools.
How did Akbar the Great ensure peace between different religious groups in his empire?
He allowed people to practice their own religions freely and invited scholars from different faiths to his court.
Who was Mansa Musa and why was he important?
Mansa Musa was the king of Mali, famous for his pilgrimage to Mecca and for spreading wealth and knowledge.
What kind of religion did Akbar promote, and how did his marriage to a Hindu wife influence his views?
Akbar promoted a religion called Din-i Ilahi, which was a blend of elements from Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, and other religions. His marriage to a Hindu wife and his interest in different religious practices led him to "water down" traditional Islamic beliefs.
Which European author wrote famous book on African Kingdoms and how did it affect the Europeans?
When Leo Africanus published his book in 1526, History and Description of Africa and the Notable Things Contained Therein: more Europeans found out about the kingdoms of West Africa. The continent was not quite so “dark” any more! Europeans were startled to find out that great cities and empires existed south of the Sahara.
What was the role of the Mughal emperors in shaping Indian culture?
The Mughals influenced Indian culture in various ways such as through language and architecture,( the Ram Bagh in the city of Agra and the Taj Mahal and huge mosques)