Question

Which geographic feature was important for both the Axum Empire and the Swahili city-states?(1 point)
Responses

Gulf of Aden
Gulf of Aden

Bab el-Mandeb Strait
Bab el-Mandeb Strait

Red Sea
Red Sea

Indian Ocean

Answer 1

The correct answer is **Red Sea**. The Red Sea played a significant role in trade and commerce for both the Axum Empire and the Swahili city-states.