Medinas capture the unique historical character and social patterns of cities in north africa and southwest asia. labyrinths of winding alleys and many kinds of souks are typical features. what are souks?
a. bordellos
b. ethnic quarters
c. sacred sites
d. commercial areas

Souks, also written as souqs, are Western Asian and North African marketplaces. So, the correct answer would be D. commercial areas. This is where you can buy just about anything - ranging from food and groceries, to clothes and technology, and its a free market. It is where you often bargain with the seller if you want to buy something, and usually the seller will lower the price in order to sell you his goods.

The answer is a)advocates of divine right.