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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. How long had Battuta’s father been dead when he learned about it?

2. Where was Battuta’s mother buried?

3. Why was Battuta so unimpressed with the governor of Mali?

4. Where did IbnJuzayy get most of his information?

5. Where in China does Dunn say Battuta is not likely to have visited?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. Why was Battuta going to China?

3. How did Battuta feel about the people in Mali?

4. What surprised Battuta about the Mongol leader thrones?

5. Why did Battuta travel with Princess Bayalun?

6. Why did Battuta choose to visit Mali?

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

8. What happened in Calicut?

9. What does Battuta demand before taking a position in the Maldives?

10. What information does Dunn give us about Tughluq’s empire?

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

This book is formed from Battuta’s Rihla. What is a Rihla, and how did it help form this book?

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