Question

The expansion of Islam resulted in European expansion in which of the following ways?

Answer 1

The expansion of Islam resulted in European expansion in the sense that "Europeans sought to convert new people to Christianity to counteract Islamic influence" however the Crusades also played a large role, albeit not in the sense that they wanted to spread ideas or culture.

Answer 2

The answer is "a. Europeans sought to convert new people to Christianity to counteract Islamic influence"