A Key Element in Establishing Trade Across the Indian Ocean

question 49

Multiple Choice

A key element in establishing trade across the Indian Ocean was the

• A) defeat of the Xiongnu.
• B) defeat of the Indian pirates who controlled the region.
• C) signing of an alliance with the leading Sri Lankan prince.
• D) mastering of the monsoon system.
• E) discovery of "Greek fire."

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