B. the blending of indigenous and Arab cultures through trade over the Indian Ocean
The Swahili language developed as a result of the interaction between indigenous Bantu-speaking populations along the eastern coast of Africa and Arab traders and settlers who arrived in the region through the Indian Ocean trade routes. The language shows influences from Arabic, as well as indigenous Bantu languages, and became a lingua franca for trade and communication in the region.
What led to the development of the Swahili language in Africa?
A.
the blending of indigenous and Arab cultures through trade in West Africa
B.
the blending of indigenous and Arab cultures through trade over the Indian Ocean
C.
the blending of indigenous and European cultures through trade in West Africa
D.
the blending of indigenous and European cultures through trade over the Indian Ocean
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