Question

the influence of islam on west africa
directions: while you read chapter 17, the influence of islam on west africa, answer
the questions below.
17- introduction

1. during the 7th century, the religion of islam spread quickly through which

regions? (circle/highlight best answer)
a. middle east and south africa
b. middle east and west africa
c. middle east and north africa
d. middle east and asia
17.1 the spread of islam in west africa

1. between which years did arab muslims conquer north africa? (circle/highlight

best answer)
a. between 639 and 780
b. between 639 and 708
c. between 639 and 788
d. none of the above

1. the king of ghana converted to islam.

a. true
b. false

Explanation:

1. Islamic expansion in the 7th century focused on the Middle East (origin) and North Africa (conquered early).
2. Arab Muslim conquest of North Africa occurred from 639 CE (Egypt) to 708 CE (completion of Maghreb conquest).
3. Ghana's kings adopted Islamic practices but did not formally convert to maintain traditional authority.

Answer:

1. c. Middle East and North Africa
2. b. Between 639 and 708
3. b. False