Genghis Khan and the Mongol Empire

What was the size of the Mongol Empire?

• Smaller than the African continent

• Larger than the United States

• Larger than Mexico

• Larger than Central America

What was Genghis Khan's original name?

• Temujin

• Jammu Coe

• Jimuka

• Ogodai

How did Temujin gain control over his tribe?

• By killing his half-brother

• By marrying into a local tribe

• By forging alliances with other tribes

• By defeating Jammu Coe in battle

What was the title given to Temujin in 1206?

• King of Kings

• Universal Leader

• Great Conqueror

• Ruthless Barbarian

Which city did Genghis Khan conquer in China?

• Shanghai

• Beijing

• Hong Kong

• Guangzhou

What was the main reason for the success of the Mongol army?

• Their advanced siege equipment

• Their superior archery skills

• Their large numbers

• Their strong leadership

What did Genghis Khan do to promote religious tolerance in the Mongol Empire?

• He enforced a single religion for all citizens

• He allowed freedom of religion for all citizens

• He persecuted people of different religions

• He converted to a new religion

What impact did the Mongol Empire have on trade?

• Trade declined due to constant warfare

• Trade flourished due to protection and the Silk Road

• Trade was limited to within the empire

• Trade was controlled by the Chinese dynasties

What technology spread from the Mongol Empire to Europe?

• Gunpowder

• Printing press

• Steam engine

• Electricity

What is the estimated number of people today who are directly descended from Genghis Khan?

• 1 in every 100 people

• 1 in every 500 people

• 1 in every 1000 people

• 1 in every 10,000 people