Question

Of the following choices, which ones are characteristics of West African society? Select all that apply.

A.
Arabic was the main language used when trading with other societies.

B.
Christianity was the only religion practiced in villages.

C.
Slaves had no rights and were only given specific farming tasks.

D.
Skilled workers were a higher level in the caste system than traders.

E.
Religious rituals encouraged the honoring of ancestors.

Answer 1

The following are characteristics of West African society.

• Arabic was the main language used when trading with other societies.
• Religious rituals encouraged the honouring of ancestors.

Answer: Options A and E

Explanation:

The people from West Africa had adopted Arabic as their trade language for the sake of convenience. They believed that their ancestors were equal to Gods.

Christianity was not a dominant religion in the villages. Slaves particularly had no rights but they were assigned many tasks like mining and quarrying other than agriculture.