Question

africa and trade quick check
which of the following best explains the relative significance of the trans - saharan and indian ocean trade routes? (1 point)
the routes were equally significant—each in its own way—as they both contributed to significant cultural developments along the routes, and worth cannot be measured simply by the goods that were traded
the indian ocean basin was more significant because it connected the middle east and parts of africa with asia, specifically china, and it had important goods such as silk and porcelain
neither of them was significant because both were limited in whom they could reach.
trans - saharan trade was more significant because it had more valuable resources such as salt, gold, and ivory.

Explanation:

The trans - Saharan trade route was important for goods like salt, gold, and ivory, but the Indian Ocean trade route connected multiple regions (Middle East, Africa, Asia including China) and had goods like silk and porcelain. However, significance is not just about goods. Both routes contributed to cultural developments. The first option recognizes that both had their own significance in different ways (cultural and trade aspects) rather than just focusing on the value of goods.

Answer:

The routes were equally significant—each in its own way—as they both contributed to significant cultural developments along the routes, and worth cannot be measured simply by the goods that were traded.