The map shows the Songhai Empire at its height. Based on the map, which statement best explains how location and environment influenced the growth of the Songhai Empire?

It controlled gold mines that were located along trade routes.
It had an advantage in trade due to its access to the Atlantic Ocean.
It benefited from mines, rivers, grassland, and other natural resources.
It was protected from invasion by the large Sahara desert to the north.

Based on the map, which statement best explains how location and environment influenced the growth of the Songhai Empire?

(wrong) It controlled gold mines that were located along trade routes.

(wrong) It had an advantage in trade due to its access to the Atlantic Ocean.

(correct) It benefited from mines, rivers, grassland, and other natural resources.

(wrong) It was protected from invasion by the large Sahara desert to the north.

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