Which dynasty of Sanhaja Berbers founded Marrakesh around 1070?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. The Almoravids, led by Yusuf ibn Tashfin
- Step 1: The Almoravids rose from the desert, founded Marrakesh and ruled a state reaching into Spain. Step 2. Compare each option with this fact and discard those that conflict with it. Answer: The Almoravids, led by Yusuf ibn Tashfin. Why not the others: The Almohads, The Saadians and The Alaouites do not fit the fact above; they describe different things or do not match the question.
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