Which of the following was true of the contact between Asia and Europe prior to exploration?
A)Europe obtained most of their luxury goods from Asia.
B)No travel paths existed between Europe and Asia.
C)Only Muslim groups had traveled to Asia.
D)Sea paths were never important before.
E)Europe had little need of Asian goods because they relied on African goods.

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Europe obtained many luxury goods from Asia, including spices, silk, and precious metals, through overland trade routes such as the Silk Road. These goods were highly valued in Europe, leading to significant economic and cultural exchanges between the two regions.

Which of the Following Was True of the Contact Between