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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was killing many people in Europe at the time of this book?

2. Where did IbnJuzayy get most of his information?

3. Who did Abu Inan take his power from?

4. What was the name of the Malian capitol?

5. What position did Jamal al-Din hold?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why did Battuta take a difficult route to India?

2. What happened to the Rihla after it was made?

3. What caused Battuta to leave the Maldives?

4. How did ToghonTemur feel about foreign scholars?

5. Why didn’t Battuta go to Delhi when finished with his trip to China?

6. Why did Battuta travel with Princess Bayalun?

7. Why does Dunn say it was a good thing Battuta didn’t go to Delhi after his trip to China?

8. What sad news did Battuta learn on his return to Damascus?

9. How does Battuta almost fall out of favor with Tughluq?

10. Why was Battuta going to China?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Battuta held many different occupations throughout his life. What did he learn and gain through each different position?

Essay Topic 2

Battuta was devoted to learning in his life. How did he display this devotion, and what affect did this have on his life?

Essay Topic 3

Discrimination is a very important topic of discussion in this book. How is this discussion brought about, and how does it affect the tone of the book?

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