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Mansa Musa and the Mali Empire: Source Analysis

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Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
7 questions
~14 mins
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This worksheet focuses on analyzing a primary source about Mansa Musa to understand his influence and the significance of the Mali Empire.

Topics covered:

#History
#History
#Mali Empire
#Standard
#Source Analysis (Text)
#Mansa Musa
#Explain the content and significance of the source about Mansa Musa
#Compare the provenance of the source and its impact on reliability
#Analyse the usefulness of the source for understanding Mansa Musa's reign

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Mansa Musa and the Mali Empire: Source Analysis

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Source Analysis: Mansa Musa's Pilgrimage to Mecca

Source A: Mansa Musa's Pilgrimage Account

"In the year 1324, I set out from Mali with a grand caravan to undertake the pilgrimage to Mecca. My journey was long and arduous, yet it was filled with the glory of carrying Mali’s wealth and reputation across the Islamic world. I distributed gold generously along the way, strengthening ties with other nations and spreading the fame of my empire. The journey showcased the prosperity of Mali, built through gold, trade, and faith. Many scholars and traders welcomed us, and I aimed to establish Mali as a significant center of learning and commerce in the Islamic world. The journey took nearly a year, and upon returning, I continued to develop Mali's cities, education, and religious institutions."* Provenance: Anonymous, 14th century, travel report/documentary account

1.
What does Source A tell us about Mansa Musa's pilgrimage and his empire? (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Compare the provenance of Source A and discuss how it might affect its reliability. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
3.
Outline how useful Source A is for understanding Mansa Musa's influence in the Islamic world. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
4.
Explain why Mansa Musa's pilgrimage was significant for the Mali Empire. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
5.
Analyse how the journey described in Source A reflects the political and cultural importance of Mali at that time. (5 marks)
[5 marks]
6.
Compare the source with what you already know about the Mali Empire. How does it support or challenge your knowledge? (4 marks)
[4 marks]
7.
Summarise the importance of Mansa Musa’s pilgrimage based on Source A and your own knowledge. (4 marks)
[4 marks]

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