Question

question 9 of 10
which answer best describes how songhais strong control was finally weakened?
select a response.
its soldiers were not trained to use iron spears and arrows.
it attracted merchants from west africa only.
moroccan army had european firearms such as guns.
there were no internal factors at all in the decline of songhai.

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze each option:

• The first option is incorrect because Songhai soldiers were familiar with iron weapons.
• The second option is wrong as Songhai's trade attracted merchants from various regions, not just West Africa.
• The third option is correct: The Moroccan army's use of European firearms (like guns) gave them a technological advantage over Songhai's traditional weapons, weakening Songhai's control.
• The fourth option is incorrect because internal factors (e.g., political instability, economic issues) also contributed to Songhai's decline.

Answer:

C. Moroccan army had European firearms such as guns.