1.) from the ninth century onward, the swahili we’re best known for their: a.) strong ties to the muslim world b.) superior military technology c.) devotion to spread of christianity d.) large west african empire 2.) which was not a lasting element of traditional chinese culture a.) islam b.) dynastic rule c.) filial piety 3.) because we cannot decipher their writing system or understanding of the ancient civilization is limited a.) chinese b.) mesopotamian c.) indus river valley d.) egyptian