The Mongols: Conquerors of the World

How much land did the Mongols conquer in 25 years compared to the Romans?

• Less land in 25 years than the Romans did in 200

• Twice as much land in 50 years as the Romans did in 400

• More land in 25 years than the Romans did in 400

• The same amount of land in 25 years as the Romans did in 300

What was one of the reasons the Mongols were able to unite and conquer so much territory?

• Genghis Khan's leadership and innovations

• Their use of advanced technology

• Their superior numbers compared to enemies

• Their religious missions

What was a key characteristic of Mongol military strategy?

• Use of elephants in battle

• Naval dominance

• Siege warfare expertise

• Heavy infantry

How did the Mongols view trade?

• With indifference

• As a valuable source of income to be taxed

• As a cultural exchange

• As a necessary evil

What was one of the Mongols' contributions to the cultures they conquered?

• Mandatory military service

• Relocation of skilled individuals

• Forced adoption of their religion

• Introduction of their writing system

What was Genghis Khan's original name?

• Ögedei

• Kublai

• Temüjin

• Möngke

How many direct descendants of Genghis Khan are estimated to be alive today?

• About 1 million

• About 10 million

• About 16 million

• About 5 million

What was a major consequence of the Mongol Empire's expansion?

• The end of feudalism in Europe

• The discovery of the New World

• The invention of gunpowder

• The spread of the Black Death

What was the Mongols' attitude towards different religions within their empire?

• Forced conversion to shamanism

• Tolerance and openness

• Indifference as long as taxes were paid

• Suppression of all religions but Buddhism

Which of the following was NOT a reason for the Mongols' success in conquest?

• The leadership of Genghis Khan

• Their use of flying horses

• The mobility of their mounted archers

• Their adaptability in siege warfare