Mansa Musa Quiz

Who journeyed to the holy city of Mecca in 1324 and is known for being one of the richest men to ever live?

• Mansa Musa

• Genghis Khan

• Julius Caesar

• Alexander the Great

During which years did Mansa Musa rule the West African empire of Mali?

• 1200 to 1230

• 1312 to 1337

• 1400 to 1430

• 1500 to 1530

What percentage of the world’s gold did Mansa Musa control during his reign?

• 50%

• 60%

• 70%

• 80%

What was the estimated net worth of Mansa Musa in today’s dollars?

• $100 billion

• $200 billion

• $300 billion

• $400 billion

What was Mansa Musa’s claim to fame beyond his wealth?

• He was a skilled leader who transformed Mali into one of the largest empires in African history.

• He was a famous warrior.

• He was a renowned artist.

• He was a famous explorer.

What is the name of the fictional African nation in the movie Black Panther that has drawn parallels with Mansa Musa’s empire?

• Zamunda

• Wakanda

• Genovia

• Elbonia

What was one of the main reasons for Mali’s wealth during Mansa Musa’s reign?

• Its location on the upper Niger River

• Its advanced technology

• Its powerful navy

• Its large population

Which West African empire did Mali come after?

• Songhai Empire

• Kingdom of Ghana

• Egyptian Empire

• Ethiopian Empire

Who was the first great mansa of Mali?

• Mansa Musa

• Sundiata

• Askia the Great

• Sunni Ali

What did merchants pay Mansa Musa in exchange for trade routes?

• Gold

• Taxes

• Slaves

• Spices