Multiple choice

What empire was founded by slaves, made it's capital at Cairo and was central to trade by 1261 CE?

  1. Mamluk Empire

  2. Mali Empire

  3. Songhai Empire

  4. Persian Empire

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Explanation

The Mamluk Empire was established by a caste of warrior slaves who seized power in Egypt and Syria, making Cairo their capital and becoming a major power in the Mediterranean trade network.