Describe the Songhai society.

a. Highly diverse group of people, mainly fishermen

b. Highly structured society, with noblemen, commoners, and slaves.

c. Not a very well developed society, no set structure.

d. Self-sufficient society, mainly raised cattle and practiced subsistence farming.

Answer: Highly structured society, with noblemen, commoners, and slaves

Explanation:

Traditionally, the Songhai society was a highly structured society, comprising of a king and nobility, artisans, free commoners, and slaves. In the Songhai society, marriage were polygynous, and cross cousins were preferred as partners.

The Songhai counseled the emperor on vital issues. The Songhai culture was a blend of the traditional West African beliefs and Islamic religion. Their daily life was based on local customs and traditions. The slave trade was also a vital part of the Songhai Empire.