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The significance of the legend of Sundiata to Mali's history is A) Sundiata's determination to overcome his handicap and become a great leader inspired others. Sundiata was made fun of constantly because of him being crippled, however he learned to walk, which impressed the whole community. After living in exile, he heard the Malian kingdom was in danger and brought an army with him to defeat the enemy. He then became the emperor of the first Malian Empire.
None of the choices provided the right order of ranking the classes. Rather, the classes of Ottoman society is ranked starting at the top with Men of the Pen, Men of the Sword, Men of the Negotiation, and Men of Husbandry.