Ancient African Kingdoms Quiz
1 / 15Discover the powerful kingdoms and empires of Africa — from the gold of Mali to the churches of Aksum and the walls of Great Zimbabwe.
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Which West African empire was ruled by Mansa Musa, considered one of the wealthiest people in history?
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Give your memory a workout with Ancient African Kingdoms Quiz: 15 multiple-choice questions aimed at mixed difficulty, free to play right in your browser. Discover the powerful kingdoms and empires of Africa — from the gold of Mali to the churches of Aksum and the walls of Great Zimbabwe. Expect to spend about 7 minutes; every question comes with an explanation, so you learn something even when you miss.
A few sample questions
1. Which West African empire was ruled by Mansa Musa, considered one of the wealthiest people in history?
Answer: The Mali Empire
2. What famous pilgrimage did Mansa Musa make in 1324 that astonished the world with his wealth?
Answer: A pilgrimage to Mecca (Hajj)
3. What ancient African kingdom in modern Ethiopia and Eritrea was one of the great powers of the ancient world?
Answer: Aksum (Axum)
4. What famous stone ruins in southern Africa give their name to a modern country?
Answer: Great Zimbabwe
5. Which city in Mali became a renowned center of learning and scholarship in the medieval period?
Answer: Timbuktu
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