Axum Kingdom Economy

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What were the major items of export of the Aksumite state?

  • Silk, porcelain, tea, and jade
  • Gold, silver, copper, and diamonds
  • Ivory, myrrh, emerald, frankincense, and spices (correct)
  • Wheat, barley, olives, and figs

Which language did Aksumite kings use for communication due to its significance in the Greco-Roman world?

  • Arabic
  • Greek (correct)
  • Latin
  • Sanskrit

What were some of the manufactured products imported by Axum from other regions?

  • Marble statues, mosaics, pottery, and sculptures
  • Garments, textiles, glassware, and jewelry (correct)
  • Spices, medicinal herbs, perfumes, and incense
  • Bronze weapons, chariots, shields, and armor

What was the main port of Axum through which trade was conducted?

<p>Adulis (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was one significant advantage that Axum had in terms of trade and naval power?

<p>Sufficient sources of timber for shipbuilding (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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