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AP WORLD UNIT 2: 1200-1450 (Mongol Moment)
AP WORLD UNIT 2: 1200-1450 (Mongol Moment)
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ALMORAVID EMPIRE: Which of the following was a major feature of the Almoravid Empire?
Its isolation from other cultures due to advancement and neglect for trade
Its construction of cities and support for scholarship
Its focus on Buddhist teachings
Its establishment of a nomadic lifestyle based on herding and trading
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MONGOL MOMENT: What does the term "Mongol Moment" refer to in history?
The end of pastoral nomadism in Mongol territories
The period of Mongol decline during the 14th century
The rapid expansion and influence of the Mongol Empire in the 13th century
The establishment of the Ming Dynasty in tandem with the Mongol Empire
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KHANATE OF THE GOLDEN HORDE: Which of the following was a consequence of the Khanate of the Golden Horde’s influence?
The eradication of pastoral nomadic lifestyles in exchange for settled life
The spread of Mongolian culture and influence in Russia
The establishment of a feudal system in Persia
The unification of China under one ruler, Mongolian princess Khutulun
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KHUTULUN: Who was Khutulun?
A Mongol princess known for her skills in horseback riding and wrestling
The first female ruler of the Yuan Dynasty to be a princess and a warrior
The first female military leader of the Mongol Empire
A famous Chinese poet who wrote the Tales of Genji
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YUAN DYNASTY: Which of the following was a key feature of the Yuan Dynasty?
The establishment of a feudal system within China with serfs
The integration of Mongolian and Chinese administrative practices
The elimination of trade with foreign nations and focus on tech advancement
The promotion of Chinese culture and Confucianism, led to female suffering
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MONGOL MOMENT: Which of the following was a significant impact of the Mongol Moment on global trade?
It established permanent borders between existing civilizations
It decreased the movement of goods and ideas across Eurasia.
It facilitated trade and cultural exchanges across Eurasia.
It led to increased isolationism among empires.
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KUBLAI KHAN: What is Kublai Khan best known for?
His establishment of the Ming Dynasty and eventual empirical rule
Being the first emperor of the Yuan Dynasty
His conquests in Europe to gain access to trade for the Chinese in 1317
His role as a military leader during the Mongol World War
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SAFAVID EMPIRE: What was the Safavid Empire known for?
Its role in spreading Shi'a Islam in Persia
Its establishment of Mongol rule and philosophy in the region
Its role in spreading Sunni Islam in Persia
Its focus on trade with China
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HULEGU: Who was Hulegu in relation to the Mongol Empire?
A prominent leader of the Xiongnu pastoral tribe of the Mongols
The first emperor of the Safavid Dynasty to promote Shi'a Islam
A grandson of Genghis Khan who led campaigns in the Middle East
The founder of the Yuan Dynasty with connections to Kublai Khan
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TURKS: Which of the following is a major cultural contribution of the Turks?
The unification of all Mongol tribes to create new civilization
The development of feudalism in Europe and Middle East
The spread of Islamic culture and architecture
The establishment of a centralized government in
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PASTORIALISM: Which of the following is a characteristic of pastoralist societies?
Industrial production, primarily of food or goods from pastoral animals
Reliance on animal herding for sustenance
Extensive trading with sedentary agricultural societies to obtain food
Permanent settlements with large pastures and open rural lands
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HULEGU: What was one of Hulegu's significant military achievements?
The establishment of the Safavid Empire in 1301
The conquest of India in 1268
The capture of Baghdad in 1258
The defeat of Kublai Khan in 1258
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MING DYNASTY: How did the Ming Dynasty approach foreign trade?
C) It discouraged all trade because of Chinese superiority over others
It actively promoted trade and exploration under leaders like Zheng He.
It relied solely on pastoralism for economic sustenance and trading
It completely isolated China from the rest of the world, distain for trade
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GENGHIS KHAN: Who was Genghis Khan?
The first emperor of the Ming Dynasty
The founder of the Mongol Empire
Son of the first Mongol Emperor
A leader of the Safavid Empire
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XIONGNU: What was a significant characteristic of Xiongnu society?
They were primarily sedentary farmers of animal meats and plants
They engaged in trade with the Roman Empire from pastoral sources
They were organized in a confederation of tribes and practiced pastoralism
They established permanent cities for rulers, slaves were pastoral workers
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"MONGOL WORLD WAR": Which of the following regions did Mongols NOT significantly conquer during the “Mongol World War”?
North America
China
Persia
Eastern Europe
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GENGHIS KHAN: What was one of Genghis Khan’s significant achievements?
A) He unified the Mongol tribes under a single banner.
He established most of the Silk Road and drastically increased profits
He built the Great Wall of China to prevent the Ottoman Turks from invading
He laid the groundwork for the establishment of the Yuan Dynasty in China.
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KHUTULUN: What unique aspect is Khutulun known for in Mongol society?
Establishing trade routes using arranged marriges between civilizations
Rejecting common female roles and leading armies into battle
Advocating for women's rights in governement and political positions
Defeating numerous male challengers in wrestling
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TURKS: What role did the Turks play in medieval history?
They were known for their contributions to Islamic philosophy spreading
They had no significant impact on world history because they were stupid
They established the Ottoman Empire, expanded into the Middle East/ Europe
They were primarily sedentary farmers in Europe, Middle East, and Africa
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"MONGOL WORLD WAR": What does the term “Mongol World War” refer to?
The war between Mongols and the Japanese for land and animals
A series of civil wars within the Mongol Empire against incompetent leaders
The military campaigns launched by Mongols against various empires/ states
A diplomatic conflict between Mongol tribes, led to the Mongol World split
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XIONGNU: Who were the Xiongnu?
A nomadic group that rivaled the Han Dynasty in China
An early civilization in Japan known for silk production
A group of Chinese philosophers who promoted Confucianism and filial piety
A nomadic group from the Yuan Dynasty who frequently fought the Mongols
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MING DYNASTY: What was one of the main achievements of the Ming Dynasty?
The enhancement of technology and military from the Yuan Dynasty
The construction of the Great Wall of China
The expansion of the Silk Road and spread of Confucianism
The unification of the Mongolian tribes
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PASTORIALISM: What is pastoralism?
A form of urban living in which life is focused around pastures and farming
A way of life centered around the herding of livestock
A farming method focused on crop cultivation
The practice of hunting and gathering within rural or "pastoral" places
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ALMORAVID EMPIRE: What was the Almoravid Empire primarily known for?
Its rule over India and spread of Islam in North Africa and Spain
Its overthrowing of the Ming Dynasty and consequent increase in territory
Its influence on trade and spread of Islam in North Africa and Spain
Its agricultural innovations leading to development of Champa rice
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KHANATE OF THE GOLDEN HORDE: What was the Khanate of the Golden Horde?
A regional power increase in the Middle East with centralized government
A Mongolian city recognized for increased economy due to gold trading
A Mongol state that ruled over parts of Russia and Eastern Europe
A period in China where gold production was at an all-time high
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YUAN DYNASTY: What was the Yuan Dynasty?
A dynasty established by the Safavid Empire
A period of Mongol rule in China
The first dynasty of Japan led by a leader appointed using examination
A dynasty that ruled land in both China and India
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SAFAVID EMPIRE: Which of the following was a major characteristic of the Safavid Empire?
Its establishment of a centralized government and cultural flourishing
Its strict adherence to Sunni Islam and conflicts with Ottoman Empire
Its support and enforcement for a syncretic religion (Shi'a Islam)
Its focus on pastoralism and rejection of trade due to religious practices
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KUBLAI KHAN: Which of the following was a significant action taken by Kublai Khan during his reign?
He encouraged trade and cultural exchange with other civilizations
He focused solely on military expansion in Central Asia to gain tributes
He expanded the Mongol Empire into Japan.
C) He abolished the use of the Mongolian language in Yuan Dynasty China
