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Mongol Empire — Unit test Answers

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Read the map.Which physical feature was the most difficult barrier to trade with India?

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the Himalayas
B
the Gobi desert
C
the Yellow River
D
the Pacific Ocean
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How did most goods get from China to Europe along the Silk Road?

A
Caravans transported the goods along the entire length of the route.
B
Goods were traded from one middleman to another all along the way.
C
Ships transported goods from port to port along the length of the route.
D
Resources were made into goods along the route and brought to Europe.
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What was a serious risk commonly faced by traders on the Silk Road?

A
attacks by wild dogs
B
swarms of mosquitoes
C
extreme temperatures
D
flooded river crossings
4

How did traders deal with the dangers of traveling along the Silk Road?

A
They brought armed guards along to protect them on the journey.
B
They traveled alone so they would not attract attention on the route.
C
They traveled by camel so they could escape attacks from wild animals.
D
They sent their goods by different routes so at least some would arrive safely.
5

What issue initially created a source of contention and division for Muslims into Sunni and Shi’a?

A
which city should serve as their capital
B
who should have the right to leadership
C
how to maintain religious tolerance
D
why Islam must be a monotheistic religion
6

In many Muslim cultures, men and women follow rules about

A
how much wine to drink.
B
whether to donate to the poor.
C
where they are allowed to live.
D
how to interact with each other.
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Which statement correctly defines the khanates of the thirteenth century?

A
Khanates were officials within the Mongolian government.
B
Khanates were independent areas of the Mongol Empire.
C
Khanates were royal descendants of Genghis Khan.
D
Khanates were territories just outside of Mongolia.
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During the period of isolationism, why were the Chinese successful in imposing new rules governing trade with foreigners?

A
The same rules were imposed by all countries that traded with China.
B
The number of countries that traded with China was limited.
C
Foreigners were fearful of China’s military.
D
Chinese goods were in high demand.
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What was one factor that led to the fall of the Mongol Empire?

A
The Mongols struggled to govern such an enormous empire.
B
The Mongols were unable to collect tributes from their territories.
C
The Mongols would not adopt the customs of the cultures they conquered.
D
The Mongols brought only negative experiences to the areas they invaded.
10

When was the Ming dynasty established?

A
the 1100s CE
B
the 1200s CE
C
the 1300s CE
D
the 1400s CE
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Which of the following is true of Askia the Great?

A
He wanted to do away with Islamic rule.
B
He was a proponent of learning and culture.
C
He wanted to do away with slavery.
D
He was peaceful and disliked conflict.
12

When looking at the feudal system, which is a notable difference between Japanese Samurai and European Knights?

A
Japanese Samurai were not considered part of the higher class.
B
European Knights were not part of the military.
C
Japanese Samurai were highly educated.
D
European Knights were highly qualified government leaders.
13

Islam was introduced into West Africa by

A
missionaries.
B
prophets.
C
traders.
D
nomads.
14

Leaders of the Eastern and Western churches both

A
believed they had complete power.
B
had power over European kings.
C
believed a schism was unnecessary.
D
allowed priests to get married.
15

A contribution by Justinian I to the Byzantine Empire was

A
improving science and technology.
B
creating a legal system.
C
promoting rights for women.
D
promoting rights for slaves.
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Why were foreigners chosen for government positions within the Yuan Dynasty?

A
The Mongols believed that foreigners could inspire loyalty.
B
The Mongols believed that foreigners were more trustworthy.
C
The Chinese believed that foreigners could provide protection.
D
The Chinese believed that foreigners would support invading other areas.
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Which best explains how ancient Greek culture influenced Emperor Justinian I?

A
The study of ancient Greek language and education helped Justinian create a “New Rome.”
B
The study of ancient Greek law and religion helped Justinian create the Justinian Code.
C
The study of ancient Greek language and military tactics helped Justinian seize power.
D
The study of ancient Greek law and education helped Justinian promote rights for women.
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Which list states events of Chinese dynasties in the correct chronological order?

A
i. The last Song emperor fell.ii. Mongol rule ended in China.iii. Emperor Taizu took the throne.iv. The Tang Dynasty came to an end.
B
i. The Tang Dynasty came to an end.ii. Emperor Taizu took the throne.iii. The last Song emperor fell.iv. Mongol rule ended in China.
C
i. The Tang Dynasty came to an end.ii. Mongol rule ended in China.iii. Emperor Taizu took the throne.iv. The last Song emperor fell.
D
i. Mongol rule ended in China.ii. Emperor Taizu took the throne.iii. The Tang Dynasty came to an end.iv. The last Song emperor fell.
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Which group most threatened the Byzantine Empire in 1050?

A
Ottoman Turks
B
Muslim Arabs
C
Latin Christians
D
Orthodox Christians
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Which event occurred first?

A
The Mongols took over Chinese rule.
B
The Tokugawa Shogunate began in China.
C
The Koryu dynasty began in Korea.
D
Buddhism was introduced into Japan.

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