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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why was Battuta so unimpressed with the governor of Mali?
(a) He didn’t speak Arabic.
(b) He knew little of the Muslim religion.
(c) He didn’t hold prayers.
(d) He didn’t give good enough gifts.

2. When was the Rihla rediscovered?
(a) The 18th Century.
(b) The 19th Century.
(c) The 16th Century.
(d) The 17th Century.

3. What color did all the pilgrims wear?
(a) White.
(b) Red.
(c) Black.
(d) Green.

4. Where is Zeila located?
(a) Africa.
(b) Morocco.
(c) Arabia.
(d) Egypt.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How did Battuta get to Mali?

2. What was Cairo a crossroads of in the time of this book?

3. How does Dunn describe the Islamic divorce process?

4. Why did Battuta want to visit Mali?

5. How did Battuta describe his journey to Mali?

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