Trusted since 2008
LoginRegister
Study resources on Kenyaplex

Get ready-made curriculum aligned revision materials

Exam papers, notes, holiday assignments and topical questions – all aligned to the Kenyan curriculum.

Browse exam papers
Or go directly to:
Class notes Holiday assignments Topical questions Other resources

Describe the trading activities between East Africa and Arabs before 1500 AD

Describe the trading activities between East Africa and Arabs before 1500 AD

Answers

Evelyne
A number of factor influenced the coming and finally settlement of the Arabs at the East African coast before 1500AD. The main reason was the lucrative Indian Ocean Trade on the coast. They were particularly interested in trade items like gold, copper, ivory, animal skin and slaves that could be got from there. Their coming also led to the introduction of new forms of currency like cowrie shells. Slave trade led to a lot of insecurities not only to the coast but also in the interior of East Africa. Guns and other forms of weaponry like daggers and swords were introduced to help in the acquisition of these slaves and defense. They also encouraged the minting and use of coins to facilitate trade, this replaced the old system of barter trade. New commodities were introduced e.g cloth, beads, glassware, porcelain, jars, swords-etc...........
sherryevey answered the question on September 11, 2017 at 10:01

Answer Attachments

Next: Show the relevance of Leila Abouleila's title 'Missing out' in Memories We Lost.

Previous: Why do bus body builders build luggage compartments under the seats rather than on roof rack?

View more History and Government Questions and Answers  |  Return to Questions Index

Exams With Marking Schemes

Related Questions