which statement best explains the impact of Islam on religious practices in the Mali Empire?

Question

A. once introduced to Islam, people abandoned all of the traditional religions of the empire
B. some people chose to maintain their traditional religions and some blended elements of the two religions
C. all people were forced to adopt Islam exclusively
D. common people chose to convert to Islam, while the nobility chose to practice traditional religions

Answer 1

B. some people chose to maintain their traditional religions and some blended elements of the two religions

This statement best explains the impact of Islam on religious practices in the Mali Empire. While Islam was adopted by many, particularly among the elite and in areas of trade, many people also continued to practice their traditional religions or blended indigenous beliefs with Islamic practices.