Question

Which of the following is an accurate description of religious practices in Songhai?

A) The people of Songhai were devoutly Islamic and did not tolerate other religions.

B) The people of Songhai were devoutly Islamic until introduced to Christianity.

C) The people of Songhai practiced both traditional spiritual beliefs and Islam.

D) The people of Songhai practiced animism only, despite Islamic influence.

Answer 1

C) The people of Songhai practiced both traditional spiritual beliefs and Islam

Answer 2

The right option is; C) The people of Songhai practiced both traditional spiritual beliefs and Islam.

The Songhai Empire is a large, and one of the strongest Muslim states located in West Africa. The Songhai people are 99.5% Muslim. The ruling class and leaders among the Songhai people mostly practices Islam, while the lower class remains faithful to their traditional and cultural religions by practicing magic, witch doctors and worship of spirits.