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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 surprised Dunn about Battuta contacting Teghon Temur?

2. Why does Dunn say it was good Battuta didn’t go to Delhi?

3. What was the Muslim community in China like at the time of this book?

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

5. Where was Abu l-Hasan in power?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why did Battuta choose to visit Mali?

2. Why did Battuta travel with Princess Bayalun?

3. What does Dunn say probably happened when Battuta returned home?

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

5. What did Battuta find in Hangzhao?

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

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

8. What was Battuta accused of after the Rihla was made?

9. What surprised Battuta about the Mongol leader thrones?

10. What caused Battuta to look down on the leadership in Mali?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Battuta had a family, and this is something that should be of utmost importance to most Muslims. Do you think Battuta lived this way? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

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

Essay Topic 3

Battuta traveled internationally throughout his whole life. How did this experience shape his life and personality?

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