Q: Which ethnic group is primarily associated with the Hausa language?
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A
Yoruba
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B
Igbo
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C
Hausa
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D
Fulani
C
Answer:
C
Explanation:
The Hausa ethnic group is primarily associated with the Hausa language, widely spoken in northern Nigeria and across West Africa. Hausa is one of Nigeria’s major languages and serves as a lingua franca in many northern states. The Hausa people have a rich history, marked by their involvement in trade, Islamic scholarship, and the establishment of powerful city-states like Kano and Zaria. The language has contributed to cultural unity in the northern regions and facilitated trade and communication across West Africa.
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