Which of the following best describes african civilizations before 700 ce?
a.
they were modeled after asian societies.
b.
they were influenced by muslim traders.
c.
they were made up of extended families.
d.
they were dependent on ocean access.

The correct answer is B) They were influenced by Muslim traders.

The statement that best describes African civilizations before 700 CE is "They were influenced by Muslim traders."

In those years, the Fatimid Caliphate, Muslims from Arabi expanded their territories and captured some parts of North Africa, including Egypt. Trade was very very important activity and helped spread Islam throughout many regions of Africa. Muslims traders took their Islam beliefs everywhere and influenced many people.