Which of the following is a key factor in the geographic spread of Islam through West Africa?

Question

A.Islamic conquests during the Crusades expanded the religion into West Africa.
B.Trade routes across the Sahara Desert, where Muslim traders helped introduce Islam to local populations.
C.European colonialism led to the forced conversion of West African societies to Islam.
D.Islam spread to West Africa exclusively through missionary efforts by Christian missionaries.

Answer 1

B. Trade routes across the Sahara Desert, where Muslim traders helped introduce Islam to local populations.

This option correctly identifies a key factor in the spread of Islam in West Africa, as Muslim traders played a significant role in introducing and establishing the religion through trade and cultural exchanges.