Exploring the Wealth and Legacy of Mansa Musa

Who was Mansa Musa?

• A European monarch

• A corporate mogul

• A billionaire banker

• A 14th-century African King

Which empire did Mansa Musa rule?

• The Roman Empire

• The Mali Empire

• The Ottoman Empire

• The British Empire

What was Mansa Musa known for?

• His vast wealth

• His scientific discoveries

• His military conquests

• His artistic talents

What resources was the Mali Empire rich in?

• Silver and spices

• Oil and diamonds

• Gold and salt

• Coal and iron

What did Mansa Musa's pilgrimage to Mecca demonstrate?

• His religious indifference

• His vast wealth

• His diplomatic skills

• His military power

What was the impact of Mansa Musa's pilgrimage on Mali's status?

• It was economically ruined

• It gained near legendary status

• It was seen as a threat

• It was isolated internationally

What did the 1375 Catalan Atlas depict?

• Mansa Musa holding a scepter and a gold nugget

• The trade routes of the Mali Empire

• The architectural achievements of Mansa Musa

• The educational institutions established by Mansa Musa

What significant construction did Mansa Musa commission in Timbuktu?

• A palace

• A university

• A mosque

• A library

What was one of Mansa Musa's major contributions to Timbuktu?

• He built a major university

• He created a new currency

• He established a trade center

• He founded a new religion

What legacy did Mansa Musa leave behind?

• Economic instability in the Mali Empire

• A golden age of Mali's history with lasting architectural and educational contributions

• A series of unsuccessful military campaigns

• A decline in the importance of trade routes