The primary impact of the Mahdist Revolt in Sudan on Ethiopia was
- The direct military support provided to Ethiopian forces
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The diversion of British and Italian resources away from Ethiopia
- The establishment of a Mahdist alliance with Ethiopian rulers
- The establishment of a political union between Sudan and Ethiopia
The correct answer is: B
Explanation
The primary impact of the Mahdist Revolt in Sudan on Ethiopia was the diversion of British and Italian resources away from Ethiopia. The Mahdist Revolt (1881-1899), led by Muhammad Ahmad al-Mahdi, occupied British and other colonia powers' attention in Sudan, reducing their focus on Ethiopia. This created a temporary window for Ethiopia to consolidate its power and resist external pressures, including colonial encroachments by European powers.