Question

african cities along the ____________ played a prominent role in the indian ocean trading network.
a gold coast
b swahili coast
c cape of good hope
d mediterranean coast
which of these non - goods was most likely spread via the trans - sahara trade route?
a islam
b animals
c the plague
d christianity

Explanation:

For the first question, African cities along the Swahili coast were key in the Indian - Ocean trading network due to their strategic location and well - developed port cities. For the second question, Islam spread widely via the Trans - Sahara Trade Route as merchants and travelers carried their religious beliefs with them.

Answer:

1. B. Swahili coast
2. A. Islam