WH2.6H Swahili Coast Trade and Culture VIDEO

Which regions were connected by the Indian Ocean Trade Network?

• Africa, the Middle East, India, and China

• Europe, North America, and South America

• Australia, New Zealand, and Southeast Asia

• Arctic, Antarctic, and Pacific Islands

What does the term "Swahili" refer to?

• The people and the unique language and culture that emerged there

• A specific city-state known for its wealth and power

• A type of trade good highly valued in the region

• A historical trade route connecting East Africa to Europe

Which of the following was a main export of Swahili merchants?

• Porcelain

• Spices

• Ivory

• Glassware

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What weather phenomenon enabled predictable sea travel for trade along the Swahili Coast?

• Ocean currents

• Monsoon winds

• Tidal waves

• Volcanic activity

What event marked the beginning of the end for the Swahili Golden Age?

• The decline of the spice trade

• The arrival of Portuguese explorers

• A major natural disaster

• Internal political conflicts