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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Tangiers.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which ocean lies near Tangier?
(a) The Pacific.
(b) The Atlantic.
(c) The Indian.
(d) The Baltic.

2. What does Dunn say was one of the major centers of learning at this time for Muslims?
(a) Mali.
(b) Damascus.
(c) Ceylon.
(d) Madrid.

3. How many major cities were near Tangier at the time of this book?
(a) 3.
(b) 4.
(c) 2.
(d) 5.

4. What was the profession of Battuta’s father?
(a) Writer.
(b) Scholar.
(c) Missionary.
(d) Salesman.

5. Who were the Marinids?
(a) Political leaders.
(b) Brilliant scholars.
(c) Famous travelers.
(d) Religious activists.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where did Battuta meet people who were of his religion as he travelled?

2. What is Dunn’s role in this book?

3. What tribe was Battuta descended from?

4. What was Battuta’s first name?

5. Why was Tangier not a center of learning?

(see the answer key)

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