Question

question 14 of 15
ocean - centered geography explains cultural ties because:
a. of the groundwork laid by the ancient spice trade.
b. landmasses are seen as barriers to sea travel.
c. trade influences culture regardless of distance.
d. shipping is the most effective means of transporting goods.

Explanation:

Ocean - centered geography emphasizes the role of oceans in connecting different regions. Option C states that trade influences culture regardless of distance. In ocean - centered geography, the ocean facilitates trade between regions that may be far apart (in terms of land distance), and this trade then influences the cultures of the trading regions. Option A focuses only on the ancient spice trade, which is too narrow. Option B is incorrect as landmasses are not seen as barriers to sea travel in ocean - centered geography; rather, oceans are seen as connectors. Option D is about the effectiveness of shipping for transporting goods, which is not directly related to explaining cultural ties.

Answer:

C. trade influences culture regardless of distance.