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What was the name of the man who is said to have begun the Mali empire?
What was the name of the man who is said to have begun the Mali empire?
- Niger
- Sundiata (correct)
- Ghana
- Mansa Musa
Who led the Mali Empire to its height and added several important trade cities to the empire?
Who led the Mali Empire to its height and added several important trade cities to the empire?
- Niger River
- Sundiata
- Ghana
- Mansa Musa (correct)
What was the responsibility of the court in the Mali Empire?
What was the responsibility of the court in the Mali Empire?
- Building architectural monuments
- Checking the Mansa, enforcing laws, and choosing the next Mansa (correct)
- Leading military expeditions
- Collecting taxes from the people
What happened to the previous king before Mansa Musa's reign?
What happened to the previous king before Mansa Musa's reign?
What geographical feature provided the Mali Empire with a vital source of fresh water?
What geographical feature provided the Mali Empire with a vital source of fresh water?