Question

Which king of Mali, known as the Hungering Lion, overcame his disability, defeated Ghana, and helped Mali gain control of the gold trade? A. Al-Khwarizmi B. Ibn Sina C. Sundiata D. Mansa Musa

Answer 1

The king of Mali, whose name meant 'Hungering Lion' was C. Sundiata

He was the first Mali king.

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Answer 2

The correct answer is:

C. Sundiata

Sundiata Keita was known as "The Hungering Lion" and "The Lion King". He managed to turn a kingdom into an empire. He ruled for around 25 years before he died. He built powerful militaries to protect trading routes and cleared new land for farming and introduced production of cotton which would become one of the most important exports.