Portions of northeast Africa were historically invaded by which two groups?
(1 point)
Responses
a Romans and Spanish
b Romans and Arabs
c Arabs and French
d Arabs and British
b Romans and Arabs
The answer is (b) Romans and Arabs.
To determine which two groups historically invaded portions of northeast Africa, we can analyze the given options:
a) Romans and Spanish: While the Romans did have a significant presence in Africa, their conquests were primarily focused on North Africa and not specifically northeast Africa. Spanish invasions into northeast Africa are not well-documented.
b) Romans and Arabs: The Romans did expand their empire into parts of northeast Africa, but the Arabs also played a major role in the region. Arab invasions and migrations occurred from the 7th century onwards, significantly impacting the culture, language, and religion of northeast Africa.
c) Arabs and French: The French had colonial interests in various parts of Africa, including North and West Africa, but they did not have a significant presence in northeast Africa. The Arabs, however, had a greater historical influence in the region.
d) Arabs and British: The British did colonize some parts of northeast Africa, such as Sudan and Egypt, in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The Arabs, as mentioned before, had a historical presence in the region.
Considering the options provided, the correct answer is b) Romans and Arabs.