WH: Unit 4: Postclassical Asia and Africa

Which trade route connected China and the Mediterranean region, facilitating the exchange of goods and ideas between Asia and Europe?

• Silk Road

• Salt Route

• Tea Route

• Spice Route

What was the major trade route that connected North Africa to West Africa, allowing for the exchange of goods such as gold, salt, and slaves?

• Trans-Saharan trade route

• Indian Ocean trade route

• Mediterranean Sea route

• Silk Road

Which trade network connected the regions surrounding the Indian Ocean, including East Africa, the Arabian Peninsula, India, and Southeast Asia?

• Indian Ocean trade network

• Mediterranean trade network

• Trans-Saharan trade route

• Silk Road

Who was the famous ruler of the Mali Empire who made a pilgrimage to Mecca and distributed vast amounts of gold, showcasing the wealth of his empire?

• Mansa Sundiata

• Mansa Abu Bakr II

• Mansa Musa

• Mansa Kankan Musa

Which dynasty ruled China from the 7th to the 10th century and is known for its advancements in art, literature, and technology?

• Ming Dynasty

• Qin Dynasty

• Han Dynasty

• Tang Dynasty

What were some of the goods traded along the Silk Road?

• cotton, leather, and wool

• weapons and armor

• fruits and vegetables

• silk, spices, precious metals, gems, porcelain, tea, and various other luxury goods

What were some of the goods traded along the Trans-Saharan Trade route?

• gems, furs, and weapons

• spices, silk, and porcelain

• cattle, wheat, and timber

• gold, salt, ivory, slaves, and textiles

What impact did Mansa Musa's pilgrimage to Mecca have on the Mali Empire?

• It increased the empire's fame and reputation, established diplomatic and trade relations with other Muslim states, and introduced Islamic culture and education to the empire.

• It had no impact on the Mali Empire.

• It weakened the empire's economy and military power.

• It led to the collapse of the Mali Empire.

What were some of the major achievements of the Tang Dynasty?

• Spread of Buddhism, invention of gunpowder, establishment of a merit-based system

• Introduction of paper money, establishment of a strong military, construction of the Grand Canal

• Expansion of territory, centralized bureaucracy, promotion of arts and culture, development of civil service examination system

• Development of a feudal system, decline of agriculture, introduction of the Silk Road

What are three commodities China provided for trade with the outside world?

• Silk, porcelain, gunpowder

• Sorghum, Pepper,

• Pigs, cotton, pumpkins

• Yurts, horses, camel saddles