Writing Journal Entry #1: Label your entry "Niani, 1324, Morning."
It is early on the day you are to set off on the hajj with Mansa Musa. The number of travelers and
animals is staggering. You will be following the trade route headed northeast across the grasslands
near the head of the caravan.
to Walata, a good 600 miles away. You move to your position
What are
from the document to support
your thoughts as you wait to leave? Be sure to include
references
your
writing. (paragraph)