This map shows several Trans-Saharan trade routes, which flourished between 600 and 1450. The map best supports the idea that A. Africans struggled to find a way to cross the Sahara desert. B. Northern Africa was divided into distinct kingdoms. C. peoples across Northern Africa were in contact with one another. D. Africans had little interest in exploring outside of Africa.

C. peoples across Northern Africa were in contact with one another

Explanation:

The Trans-Saharan trade routes was a major trade route in the centuries it was very active. It connected North African countries to one another through trade of salt and slaves among others, by caravan of men that could be as much as 1200 camels strong, and relied on desert oasis for water supply and strong berbers for protection. The trans-saharan trade route was a major means of contact between North African countries.

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