Which of the following is true of the city of Timbuktu?

A. It was a major port that facilitated the transport of Mali's goods across the oceans.
B. It was a major industrial center focused on the production of steel bar.
C. It was a place where Islamic scholars gathered.
D. It was a place made famous by Christian missionaries in the area.

The answer is C. The town had several seminaries of Islam learning attracting students from far and wide.

Answered by austade2000 | 2024-06-10

The correct answer is C, indicating that Timbuktu was a gathering place for Islamic scholars. It became a significant center of education during the Mali Empire in the 13th century, especially under Mansa Musa. The city is well-known for its libraries and madrasas that contributed to its literary and scholarly importance.
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Answered by austade2000 | 2024-10-02