Which option best analyzes how trade contributed to cultural
change in Southeast Asia in the Medieval era? (1 point)
Trade did not lead to significant cultural change in
Southeast Asia during this period.
Trade led to Arab merchants establishing themselves in
Southeast Asian communities and largely assimilating to
existing religions, while spreading other cultural practices
to the region.
Trade led to increasing connections between Arabia and
Southeast Asia, leading to acculturation.
Trade led to the creation of merchant communities, which
caused the diffusion of religious practices from Arabia to
Southeast Asia.
The best option that analyzes how trade contributed to cultural change in Southeast Asia in the Medieval era is:
Trade led to increasing connections between Arabia and Southeast Asia, leading to acculturation.