Asked by Grace Melson on Apr 30, 2024

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Europeans traded with Muslims in North Africa and Eurasia for centuries before they sailed to the Americas.

Muslims

Followers of Islam, a monotheistic Abrahamic religion founded on the teachings of Prophet Muhammad as presented in the Quran.

North Africa

A region consisting of countries along the Mediterranean coast, including Egypt, Libya, Tunisia, Algeria, and Morocco, known for its rich history, cultural diversity, and strategic economic importance.

Eurasia

A continental landmass that includes both Europe and Asia, often considered as a single geographical region.

  • Pinpoint the leading European states active in commerce and colonization in the early 17th century, and assess their economic and religious repercussions.
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Dwayne RollinsMay 05, 2024
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True
Explanation :
This statement is true. European cities like Venice and Genoa had established trading networks with Muslim merchants in places like North Africa, the Middle East, and Central Asia long before European exploration and colonization of the Americas.