Asked by Rebecca Lytle on Jun 25, 2024

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Which subject people of the kingdom of Ghana reportedly overthrew the kingdom in the twelfth century,only to have their own empire overthrown by one of their own subject peoples,the Malinke of Mali,in the thirteenth century?

A) the Soninke
B) the Keita
C) the Hausa
D) the Sosso

Malinke of Mali

An ethnic group predominantly found in Mali, known for their historical and cultural significance, including the founding of the ancient Mali Empire.

Twelfth Century

The period in history from the year 1100 to 1199, marking the High Middle Ages in Europe.

Kingdom of Ghana

An ancient West African empire, known for its wealth in gold and trade networks, existing from around the 6th to 13th centuries AD.

  • Discern essential characters, sovereignties, and metropolises that were instrumental in the medieval period of West African history and their influence on the region’s past.
  • Identify and evaluate the factors leading to the decline or transformation of West African empires and kingdoms.
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Jenna McCrackenJun 30, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The Sosso, under the leadership of Sumanguru Kante, overthrew the kingdom of Ghana in the twelfth century. Later, they were overthrown by the Malinke (Mandinka) people of Mali, led by Sundiata Keita, in the thirteenth century, marking the rise of the Mali Empire.