7.04 Mongol Empire

Why did the Chinese build the first parts of the Great Wall?

• to prevent traders from entering their lands

• to protect from tsunamis

• to honor the Buddhist gods

• to protect their lands from Mongol invaders

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How was political power in the Mongol Empire under the leadership of Genghis Khan different from political power of the traditional Chinese dynasties?

• In the Mongol Empire, political power was typically given to wealthy merchants.

• In the Mongol Empire, political power was primarily found in the capital city.

• In the Mongol Empire, political power was primarily held by the military.

• In the Mongol Empire, political power was equally divided among all citizens.

Which historical leader is most closely associated with the Mongol Empire?

• Shah Abbas

• Genghis Khan

• Mansa Musa

• Marco Polo

How did Genghis Khan impact Ancient China?

• He brought Buddhism into China.

• He protected trade routes between China and Europe.

• He forced Japanese military leaders out of China.

• He conquered northern China and brought it into the Mongolian Empire.

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• Constantine

• Siddhartha Gautama

• Justinian

• Genghis Khan

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How did the Mongol Empire rise to power in Asia?

• It created a system of civil service exams.

• It united several tribes in northern Asia.

• It adopted Christianity.

• It isolated itself from the outside world.

How did the rule of Genghis Khan impact the Mongol Empire?

• He made Buddhism the official religion of the Mongol Empire.

• He converted the Mongol Empire’s government to a democracy.

• He formed the first Christian church within the Mongol Empire.

• He led the Mongol Empire’s first period of expansion.

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• Genghis Khan united many nomadic tribes and led them on successful conquests.

• Genghis Khan donated land to the Mongol Empire.

• Genghis Khan hired foreign traders to explore new lands.

• Genghis Khan peacefully united many diverse cultures.