Pecatonica 7th grade History on Mongol Empire

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What was one reason for Genghis Khan's success as a military leader? Options: He ruthlessly destroyed all Mongol clans except his own. He organized the Mongol army into an efficient fighting force. He built good will by treating conquered peoples with mercy. He divided his empire into four military districts called khanates.

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He organized the Mongol army into an efficient fighting force.

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The Golden Horde was a Mongol khanate that conquered and ruled

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Russia.

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Why did the Ming dynasty reduce contact with the outside world?

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They viewed foreigners as a threat to Chinese culture.

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Why did Chinese officials consider European traders to be smugglers?

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European traders refused to pay tribute.

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What is a nomad?

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person who moves from place to place without a permanent home

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What is a steppe?

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vast area of grasslands

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Who is a khan?

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Mongol ruler

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What is a despot?

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a tyrant or dictator

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What is a tribute?

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payment or gift to a stronger power

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What is a smuggler?

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person who trades illegally