What impact did Islamic expansion and trade routes have on West African kingdoms? (1 point)

Question

A. • West African kingdoms established the Songhai Empire.
B. • West African kingdoms adopted Islamic art practices.
C. • West African kingdoms adopted Islamic religious practices.
D. • West African kingdoms built mosques using Islamic building practices.

Answer 1

C. • West African kingdoms adopted Islamic religious practices.

Islamic expansion and trade routes significantly influenced the religious landscape of West Africa, with many kingdoms adopting Islamic beliefs and practices as a result of contact with Muslim traders and scholars.