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West African Civilizations — Quiz

Question 1 • World History

Which of these is true of Askia the Great?

Answer
A
He was peaceful and disliked conflict.
B
He was a proponent of learning and culture.
C
He wanted to do away with Islamic rule.
D
He wanted to do away with slavery.

Explanation

Askia the Great supported education and culture in the Songhai Empire. He encouraged Islamic scholarship and learning, including at centers such as Timbuktu, so the true statement is that he was a proponent of learning and culture. He also expanded the empire through military campaigns, so he was not simply peaceful or opposed to Islamic rule.

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