2 is correct.
I don't know about 1. What is the "region"? What does your text say?
1. Which of the following circumstances poses the greatest benefit and challenge to economies in the region?
A. lack of water
B. trade with foreign nations
C. dependence on oil
D. growth of tourism**
2. From where did Islam spread?
A. from India to Arabia
B. from the Persian Empire to the Arab Empire
C. from Macedonia with Alexander the Great
D. from Mecca and Medina through Arabia**
2 answers
The answer is for number 2 is D and number 1 is also correct so 1 D number D