HISTORY
THE MUSLIM WORLD AND AFRICA
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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True
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False
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -Askia the Great is known for spreading the Islamic faith in West Africa. He also modeled many of his laws after Islamic laws. of the Songhai Empire. He encouraged the spread of Islam in his native Africa.
Detailed explanation-2: -Under the Askias, the Songhai empire reached its zenith, Timbuktu and Jenne flourished as centers of Islamic learning, and Islam was actively promoted.
Detailed explanation-3: -Timbuktu reached its peak as a center of Islamic culture and scholarship in the 16th century. This was its Golden Age. It was now a major city in the Songhai Empire.
Detailed explanation-4: -Which of the following is true of Askia the Great? He was a proponent of learning and culture. What most affected ancient West African trade?