Modern Day Empire Countries
What modern day country is the location of the Ottoman Empire?
Turkey
What religion was practiced in the Islamic empires?
Islam!
Who was the greatest sultan of the Ottoman Empire, who is known for bringing great art, architecture, and literature to the empire?
Suleiman the Great! (Dumpling hat guy!)
Who inherited power after a king died in Ghana?
The king's nephew (specifically his sister's son)
What modern day country is the location of the Safavid Empire?
Iran
What religion was practiced in Ghana?
Islam!
Who is the most famous leader of the Mogul Empire?
Akbar
What region in Africa has some of the oldest fossils?
The Great Rift Valley
What modern day country is the location of the Mughal Empire?
India
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Who was the "lion prince" of Mali?
Sundiata Keita
How were stories passed down in many African cultures?
Though oral histories!
What modern day country is the location of the Empire of Ghana?
Mali
Who did Sunni muslims want to succeed Muhammed?
They wanted Muhammad's successor to be chosen by the community of his followers and they wanted Abu Bakr.
Who was the greatest leader of the Songhai Empire?
Muhammed Ture
Yes!
What modern day country is the location of the Mali and Songhai Empires?
Mali
Who did Shia muslims want to succeed Muhammed?
They wanted Muhammad's successor to be part of his blood line and they wanted Ali to be the next leader.
What leader of Mali went on a famous pilgrimage to Mecca?
Mansa Musa
What could you do with salt?
You could preserve food and flavor food with it!