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GST 112 Study Session 6 ISLAM AND POLITICAL CULTURE IN NIGERIA Objective Question
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Which two factors are identified as boosting the status of Muslims in Yorubaland during the 19th century?
Options
A Increased trade with North Africa and political alliances with Borno.
B Influx of liberated slaves and emergence of Ilorin as a frontier emirate.
Correct Answer
C Establishment of new mosques and the conversion of traditional rulers.
D Introduction of Western education and increased literacy rates.
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The document states, 'Two factors combined to boost the status of the Muslims during the 19th century. First was the influx of the liberated slaves... Secondly, you will note that the wars that ravaged Yoruba land during the 19th century and the emergence of Ilorin as a frontier emirate of the Sokoto Caliphate'.

Hint

Look for the specific 'two factors' mentioned in the 'Yorubaland' subsection that increased Muslim influence.

Question Info

Course: GST 112
Topic: Study Session 6 ISLAM AND POLITICAL CULTURE IN NIGERIA
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 382 of 1270
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