Which civilization was known for its exceptional sailors and traders?
A. The Minoans
B. The Sumerians

C. The Phoenicians
D. The Pharaohs

It's C

Explanation:

the the Phonenicians we're great traders and sailors. they they had many treatments that went through Greek, Atlantic coast of Africa, and Europe and more

the completion of the erie canal spurred the first great westward movement of american settlers, gave access to the rich land and resources west of the appalachians and made new york the preeminent commercial city in the united states.

the effect of the ming leaders banning ships with more than two masts was that there was no further construction of ships masts, because there was a surplus. ming emperors disallowed foreign exploration