Question

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

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Responses

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.

1 answer

The correct response that 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.

This reflects the blending of cultures and the influence of trade, particularly with Arab traders, which contributed to the development of the Swahili language and culture.