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GST 112 Study Session 2: GST103: Nigerian Peoples and Cultures Objective Question
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Question

Which Hausa state rose to prominence at the beginning of the eighteenth century and crushed Zamfara in 1762?
Options
A Katsina
B Kano
C Gobir
Correct Answer
D Zazzau
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The text states: 'Gobir rose to prominence at the beginning of the eighteenth century and in 1762 inflicted a crushing defeat on Zamfara to become the most powerful Hausa state.'

Hint

Gobir's power was later cut short by the Fulani jihad.

Question Info

Course: GST 112
Topic: Study Session 2: GST103: Nigerian Peoples and Cultures
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
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