Question

what was the impact of cities such as baghdad and cordoba on trade and education in african kingdoms? they spread knowledge, scientific advancements, and cultural practices that influenced other regions and civilizations. they led to the decline of other civilizations that adopted their knowledge, advancements, and cultural practices. their influence was limited to the islamic world and had little impact on other civilizations. they focused mainly on local issues with no real impact outside islamic empires.

Explanation:

Cities like Baghdad and Cordoba were centers of learning, trade, and culture. They had extensive trade networks that spread goods and ideas. Their universities and scholars preserved and advanced knowledge in various fields (e.g., mathematics, medicine). This knowledge was then adopted and built upon by other regions, including African kingdoms. For example, Islamic scholars in these cities translated Greek texts, which later influenced educational curricula in places like Timbuktu. Also, trade routes connected these cities to African kingdoms, facilitating the exchange of not just goods but also cultural and educational practices. The option stating they spread knowledge, etc., aligns with historical evidence of cultural diffusion and trade - based influence. The other options are incorrect: there's no evidence their influence led to the decline of adopting civilizations (rather, it often enhanced them). Their influence was not limited to the Islamic world (as seen by African, European, etc., adoptions). And they were not just focused on local issues (given their extensive trade and scholarly networks reaching out).

Answer:

They spread knowledge, scientific advancements, and cultural practices that influenced other regions and civilizations.