The Mongol Empire

What was the Mongol Empire known for?

• Being the largest land empire in history

• Building monumental architecture

• Developing new scientific discoveries

• Conquering Europe

Where did the Mongol Empire stretch from?

• Korea to Ukraine and from Siberia to southern China

• India to Persia and from Central Asia to Eastern Europe

• Japan to Vietnam and from Tibet to Mongolia

• Egypt to Greece and from Turkey to Russia

What were the main occupations of the nomadic Mongol and Turkic groups?

• Farming and fishing

• Trading and craftsmanship

• Hunting and gathering

• Herding and warfare

How did Temujin rise to power?

• By overthrowing the ruling dynasty

• By winning a series of battles

• By forming alliances with other leaders

• By inheriting his father's position

What was Chinggis Khan's belief about conquering the world?

• He believed it was the will of the Sky god Tenggeri

• He wanted to gain wealth and power

• He wanted to establish a peaceful coexistence

• He wanted to spread his religious beliefs

What was the Mongols' approach to governing conquered territories?

• They imposed their own political system

• They appointed local administrators

• They allowed the conquered people to govern themselves

• They divided the territories among their soldiers

What was the most valuable produce in the Mongol Empire?

• Gunpowder

• Blue-and-white porcelain

• Silk fabric

• Gold brocade

What happened to the Mongol Empire after the death of Chinggis Khan?

• It experienced a period of decline and instability

• It remained united under his family's rule

• It was divided into four separate empires

• It was conquered by a rival empire

Which empire was founded by Babur, a descendant of Timur?

• Ilkhanate in Iran

• Yuan Dynasty in China

• Golden Horde in Eastern Europe

• Mughal Empire in India

What is the lasting legacy of the Mongol Empire?

• Expansion of trade along the Silk Road

• World domination and conquest

• Advancements in science and culture

• Development of new architectural styles