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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Malabar and the Maldives.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why didn’t Battuta return to the Sultan after the ships sunk in Calicut?
(a) He would have been prosecuted.
(b) His mission was not yet complete.
(c) He was embarrassed.
(d) He had no way to get home.

2. Who invited Battuta to a feast in Anatolia?
(a) Nobles.
(b) Professors.
(c) Craftsmen.
(d) Merchants.

3. Why does Dunn say he thinks Battuta was so eager to travel?
(a) To seek his fortune.
(b) To find a wife.
(c) To further his education.
(d) To leave his parents.

4. How did Battuta plan to leave Delhi without being charged?
(a) He planned to resign his position.
(b) He planned to go on a pilgrimage.
(c) He planned to divorce his wife.
(d) He planned to visit his family.

5. What did Battuta have in a bundle on his way to Qahat?
(a) His writings.
(b) Clothing.
(c) Spices.
(d) Money.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was wrong with the Arabic guide hired by Battuta?

2. Who told Battuta about his future?

3. What is a fityan?

4. Where did Battuta decide to seek his fortune?

5. How old was Battuta when he began his pilgrimage?

(see the answer key)

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