To help settlers communicate with native americans.
Yes, this is true!
This cultural blend is partially the legacy of the Mali Empire which was a rich, Muslim country from 11th to 14th century. During this time, Mali was a place full of merchants who contributed to the richness of cultural activities.
Mali was a French colony (as a part of French Sudan) from 1880 until 1960
By volcano activity so I assume your answer would be A
I think its A. i am not sure though