Question

multiple choice question
the word swahili comes from an arabic word meaning
\mighty warriors.\
\followers of islam.\
\people of the coast.\
\gold merchants.\

Explanation:

The word "Swahili" is derived from the Arabic word "sahil" which means "coast", so "Swahili" means "people of the coast". The other options do not align with the etymology of the word.

Answer:

C. "people of the coast." (Note: Assuming the options are labeled A, B, C, D with A: "mighty warriors", B: "followers of Islam", C: "people of the coast", D: "gold merchants")