What was the primary basis of Aksum's wealth?

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they conquered Egypt and assimilated all of Egypt's wealth

they conquered Egypt and assimilated all of Egypt's wealth

they discovered rich gold deposits within the boundaries of the kingdom

they discovered rich gold deposits within the boundaries of the kingdom

they exported thousands of slaves to Europe
they exported thousands of slaves to Europe

they controlled extensive trade routes that connected many cultures
they controlled extensive trade routes that connected many cultures

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The primary basis of Aksum's wealth was that they controlled extensive trade routes that connected many cultures. Aksum was strategically located and became a major hub for trade between the Roman Empire, India, and the Arabian Peninsula, allowing them to access and trade valuable goods such as gold, ivory, and spices.