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Who was the famous Malian emperor known for his wealth and pilgrimage to Mecca during the Renaissance in Africa?
Who is Mansa Musa?
What special African cloth, known for its cool patterns and natural colors, is made by hand using a special coloring technique?
What is Boglan?
Mansa Musa was a powerful ruler of this African empire, known for its wealth and vast territory. What was the name of his empire?
What is Mali?
Which continent is the largest in terms of both land area and population?
Asia
This ruthless and legendary queen is known for her bravery and leadership during the resistance against European colonization in West Africa. Who is this empowering figure?
Who is Queen Amina?
Bogolan, or mudcloth, comes from this country in West Africa, famous for its colorful traditions. Can you name the country?
What is Mali?
The name of the city that was Mansa Musa's greatest achievement?
What is Timbaktu?
Which continent is known as the "Land Down Under" and is home to unique animals like kangaroos and koalas?
Australia
This remarkable historical figure was a samurai of African origin who served under the Japanese warlord Oda Nobunaga in the late 16th century. Who is this unique individual?
Who is Yasuke?
To make bogolan's fancy designs, what material is put on the cloth to keep some parts light while coloring the rest?
What is a stencil?
Mansa Musa became famous for his pilgrimage to this holy city, where he showed off his kingdom's riches and generosity. Can you name the city he visited?
What is Mecca?
Which continent is known for its vast grasslands, called savannahs, where animals like lions, elephants, and giraffes roam?
Africa
As the first person of African descent to rule Florence, Italy, this influential figure became Duke of Florence in the 16th century. Who was this trailblazer in European history?
Who is Alessandro d'Medici?
When making bogolan, what material is used to make the dark colors?
What is mud?
Queen Amina was a brave leader from this West African country, known for its rich history and culture. What is the name of her country?
Zazzou (modern day Nigeria)
Which continent is home to the world's largest rainforest, known as the Amazon Rainforest?
South America
This powerful queen of the Ndongo and Matamba Kingdoms in Angola successfully resisted Portuguese colonization efforts during the 17th century. Who is she?
Queen Anna N'Zinga
The name of the artist who showed us how to make Boglan in the video
Who is Seydou?
Where do we think Yasuke was born?
Ethiopia, Mozambique, or South Sudan
Which continent is located entirely in the Southern Hemisphere and is known for its unique wildlife
Antarctica