Question Detail
Question
Which Hausa state rose to prominence at the beginning of the eighteenth century?
Correct Answer
Option D is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
From Study Session 2, the text states: 'Gobir rose to prominence at the beginning of the eighteenth century and in 1762 inflicted a crushing defeat on Zamfara.'
Hint
This state's power was later cut short by the Fulani jihad.