HISTORY
THE MUSLIM WORLD AND AFRICA
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Question
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Mansa Musa’s journey to Mecca in 1324 proves which of the following statements?
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The Crusades had a great influence on Western Africa.
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Islam had a major influence on the Mali Empire.
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Most African leaders were not educated.
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All African leaders went on pilgrimages.
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Mansa Musa’s reign, after his pilgrimage, was full of investments into his kingdom. Upon returning, he began a campaign of developing the communities and cities of his lands. He employed Islamic architects and scholars. The architects were commissioned to build mosques, schools, libraries, and universities.
Detailed explanation-2: -Answer and Explanation: Mansa Musa undertook the long journey and sacred pilgrimage of the Hajj because he was a highly devout Muslim. The five basic practices required of all Muslims are called the Five Pillars of Islam. Undertaking the Hajj at least once during a person’s lifetime is the fifth of the Five Pillars.
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