Question

activity 6 — additional resource: video analysis directions: analyze the video below and complete the questions that follow. double click the image and then double click again to play, or click this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o3yjmal55tm&feature=emb_title 1 what actions did mansa musa take to make mali more powerful and wealthy? answer: 2 what actions did mansa musa take to nurture the growth of islam in mali? answer: 3 why do you think mansa musa is depicted on the map holding a golden nugget? answer:

Explanation:

To answer these questions, you need to watch the TED - Ed video titled "The Richest Person in History" (using the provided link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O3YJMaL55TM&feature=emb_title) and then analyze the content about Mansa Musa:

Question 1

After watching the video, identify the actions Mansa Musa took to enhance Mali's power and wealth. This may include his management of trade (especially the gold - salt trade), his pilgrimage to Mecca which boosted Mali's reputation and trade connections, and his investments in infrastructure and urban development like building Timbuktu as a center of trade and learning.

From the video, find the actions related to the spread and growth of Islam in Mali. This could involve bringing back Islamic scholars from his pilgrimage, building mosques (such as the Great Mosque of Djenne), and promoting Islamic education and law in Mali.

Analyze the symbolism of Mansa Musa holding a golden nugget on the map. Consider his extreme wealth, especially his association with gold (Mali was rich in gold, and Mansa Musa's pilgrimage was famous for the large amount of gold he distributed), and how this image represents his status as one of the richest people in history and Mali's wealth in gold.

Answer:

(After watching the video) For example, Mansa Musa controlled the lucrative gold - salt trade routes, which brought great wealth to Mali. His pilgrimage to Mecca increased Mali's international reputation, attracting traders and scholars. He also invested in building cities like Timbuktu, making it a hub for trade, education, and culture, which further enhanced Mali's power and wealth.

Question 2