Mongol Conquest of China Quiz

By what year did the Mongols conquer all of China?

• 1200

• 1279

• 1300

• 1368

How did Kublai Khan keep Chinese traditions? (choose all that apply)

• Used Chinese styles of architecture at his capital in Beijing

• Declaring himself emperor

• Ending the testing system for choosing government officials

• Only keeping political power for Mongols and trusted foreigners

How did Kublai Khan end Chinese traditions? (choose all that apply)

• Used Chinese styles of architecture at his capital in Beijing

• Declaring himself emperor

• Ending the testing system for choosing government officials

• Only keeping political power for Mongols and trusted foreigners

What role did Chinese people play in the Mongol government?

• Military leaders

• Minor jobs with little power

• Artisans and laborers

• Advisors to the emperor

How did China become more open to foreigners?

• Increased restrictions on foreign trade and investment
• Isolationist policies that limited cultural exchanges
• Strict regulations that discouraged foreign visitors
• Economic reforms and policies that encouraged foreign investment, trade, and cultural exchanges.

Who founded the Mongol Empire?

• Genghis Khan

• Kublai Khan

• Ogedei Khan

• Batu Khan

What was the capital of the Mongol Empire under Kublai Khan?

• Samarkand

• Karakorum

• Beijing

• Ulaanbaatar

Which dynasty did the Mongols establish in China?

• Ming Dynasty

• Qing Dynasty

• Yuan Dynasty

• Tang Dynasty

What was the primary reason for the Mongol invasions and expansions?

• To spread their religion

• To acquire wealth and resources

• To find new lands for agriculture

• To seek revenge against neighboring states

How did the Mongol Empire impact trade across Asia and Europe?

• It disrupted all trade routes

• It had no significant impact on trade

• It facilitated the Silk Road trade by providing safety and stability

• It completely halted the Silk Road trade