Question

For which of the following was the Mali city of Timbuktu best known?

A. its education and wealth
B. its role as a government center
C. its location on the Niger River
D. its salt and gold trade

Answer 1

A. its education and wealth

Answer 2

The correct answer is option D. "its salt and gold trade".

Step-by-step explanation:

Timbuktu is an ancient city in Mali, located in the north of Nile River. Timbuktu is best known for its salt and gold trade since it became a permanent settlement in the early 12th century. Actually, before becoming part of the Mali Empire, Timbuktu was already a trade center of salt, gold, ivory, and slaves. This ancient city was the southern terminus of the important trans-Saharan trade route.