AP World Historyeasymcq1 pt
The Swahili city-states of East Africa grew rich through
A.Indian Ocean trade linking Africa, Arabia, India, and China
B.Atlantic whaling
C.the Silk Road caravans
D.the Baltic grain trade
Explanation
Core Concept
Ports like Kilwa and Mombasa exchanged African gold and ivory for Asian goods.
Correct Answer
AIndian Ocean trade linking Africa, Arabia, India, and China
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