Question

What was Askia the Great’s attitude toward learning? He wanted to renew its importance. He wanted to do away with it. He wanted to keep it as a key feature. He wanted to use it to influence trade.

Answer 1

A. He wanted to renew its importance.

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Answer 2

Answer: He wanted to renew its importance.

Step-by-step explanation:

Askia Muhammad, I (ca. 1443 – 1538) promoted learning and education, guaranteeing that Songhai's universities provided the most outstanding students. In fact, many of the scholars ended up publishing important books, including Askia´s nephew, Mahmud Kati.

Askia Muhammad made an agreement with the scholars of Timbuktu, to ensure the legitimacy of his capture of the Sonni dynasty, leading into a golden age for scientific and Muslim knowledge.