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Exploring the Mali Empire

A worksheet for 3rd graders to learn about the history, geography, and famous figures of the ancient Mali Empire.

Grade 3 Social studies HistoryThe Mali Empire
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D2.His.1.3-5D2.Geo.2.3-5
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Exploring the Mali Empire

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1. The Mali Empire was located in which continent?

a

Asia

b

Europe

c

Africa

d

South America

2. Who was a very famous and rich emperor of the Mali Empire?

a

Julius Caesar

b

Mansa Musa

c

Queen Elizabeth

d

George Washington

1. The Mali Empire was known for its rich supply of   and gold.

2. The capital city of the Mali Empire was  .

1. The Sahara Desert was a major barrier to trade for the Mali Empire.

T

True

F

False

2. Mansa Musa was known for his journey to Mecca.

T

True

F

False

1. Name two important resources that helped the Mali Empire become wealthy.

2. How did the Mali Empire's location near the Niger River help it to grow?