Mali Emperors Family Tree | Mansa Musa - The Richest Man in World History

The video explores the history of the Kita dynasty, which ruled the Mali Empire. It begins with the legendary origins of the dynasty, tracing back to Bilal, the first Muasin. The narrative follows Sunjata Kita, who overcame adversity to establish the Mali Empire. The video highlights the reign of Mansa Musa, known for his immense wealth and pilgrimage to Mecca. It also discusses the decline of the empire and the legacy of the Kita dynasty, which continues to have descendants today.

Who was Bilal, the figure associated with the origins of the Kita dynasty?

• A famous European explorer

• A mythical warrior from Asia

• The first Muasin in Islam

• A legendary king of Mali

What was the prophecy given to Magon the Handsome?

• He would conquer the world

• His son would become a great king

• His kingdom would fall to invaders

• He would find a hidden treasure

How did Sunjata Kita become the first Mansa of the Mali Empire?

• By defeating the Susu Kingdom

• By discovering a new land

• By inheriting the throne directly

• By marrying into the royal family

What was Mansa Musa known for during his reign?

• Accumulating immense wealth

• Leading a transatlantic expedition

• Inventing new trade routes

• Being the poorest ruler of Mali

What significant event occurred during Mansa Musa's pilgrimage to Mecca?

• He was crowned as a caliph

• He was captured by pirates

• He gave away so much gold that it devalued

• He discovered a new continent

What was one of the reasons for the decline of the Mali Empire?

• A volcanic eruption

• The Black Death

• A major earthquake

• A severe drought

Who was the usurper that ended Mansa Musa's branch of the Kita dynasty?

• Abu Baker

• Magon the Handsome

• Sandaki

• Sakura

Which empire eclipsed the Mali Empire after its decline?

• The Roman Empire

• The Egyptian Empire

• The Songhai Empire

• The Ghana Empire

Who was a notable modern descendant of the Kita dynasty?

• Haile Selassie

• Kwame Nkrumah

• Modibo Kita

• Nelson Mandela

What does the Mali Empire exemplify about sub-Saharan Africa before European colonization?

• It had no major cities

• It lacked advanced culture

• It was isolated from the world

• It had significant cities and culture