Question

How did trade lead to the spread of culture in West Africa?

A. As people interacted, they exchanged ideas, languages, and religions.
B. As people immigrated to West Africa, they traded with local villages.
C. As people met traders, they gained more wealth, influence, and power.
D. As people became wealthy, they used their influence to spread culture.

Answer 1

Answer: A. As people interacted, they exchanged ideas, languages, and religions

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Answer 2

Step-by-step explanation:

Mali became a major center for commerce and culture due to gold from West Africa being exchanged for salt from the Sahara, long distance trade routes connected North and West Africa, and Islam influenced the kingdom in Mali. Trade routes were most responsible for aiding the early spread of Islam.