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Which of the following empires played a significant role in maintaining and protecting the Silk Roads during its peak? The Roman Empire, The Mongol Empire, The British Empire, The Ottoman Empire

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The Mongol Empire

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

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What was one of the major impacts of the Silk Roads on the cities along its route?

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They developed into major cultural and economic centers

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Which of the following best describes the role of caravanserais along the Silk Roads? Options: They were religious temples for travelers, They served as rest stops providing lodging and supplies for traders, They were military checkpoints, They were marketplaces for local goods only

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They served as rest stops providing lodging and supplies for traders

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Which of the following was a major challenge faced by traders on the Silk Roads?
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Lack of demand for goods,
Harsh environmental conditions and banditry,
Overabundance of resources,
Strict government regulations on trade

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Harsh environmental conditions and banditry

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Which of the following statements about the effect of monsoon pattern on Indian Ocean trade are correct: Unpredictable monsoon patterns facilitated trade on the Arabian Sea and Persian Gulf, Changing wind patterns made nonstop round trips possible, Predictable monsoon patterns led to trade being conducted in stages, The size and stability of large ships did not play a role in how many mariners plotted their course around monsoon patterns?

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Predictable monsoon patterns led to trade being conducted in stages.

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The most popular items traded along these routes were spices and cotton. Which route is being referred to? Options: Trans-Saharan, Indian Ocean, Mediterranean, Silk Road

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Indian Ocean

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What role did the Silk Roads play in cultural exchange?

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They facilitated not only trade but also the exchange of ideas, religions, and technologies between different cultures.

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What were the main commodities traded in the Indian Ocean Network?

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Spices, textiles, and precious stones

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How did the Indian Ocean trade affect the Swahili city-states?

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It resulted in the economic prosperity and cultural development of the Swahili city-states.

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As Muslims expanded from Arabia into new regions, they would have to adapt to new environments and would have access to more resources. This is an example of a ___________ impact.

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