Which of the following illustrates the impact trade had on Eastern and Southern Africa between the 800s and 1400s?

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People living along the coast of East Africa spoke Swahili.

People living along the coast of East Africa spoke Swahili.

Southern Africans practiced the religion of their ancestors.

Southern Africans practiced the religion of their ancestors.

Nations along the coast of Southern Africa remained isolated.

Nations along the coast of Southern Africa remained isolated.

Eastern African nations adopted democratic governments

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The statement that best illustrates the impact trade had on Eastern and Southern Africa between the 800s and 1400s is:

People living along the coast of East Africa spoke Swahili.

Swahili, which is a result of trade and cultural exchange along the East African coast, reflects the influence of both African and Arab cultures due to trade connections with the Arabian Peninsula and beyond.