History vs. Genghis Khan

What were some reasons for Genghis Khan’s attacking Northern China?

• To expand his empire and gain control over trade routes

• To establish diplomatic relations with Northern China

• To seek refuge from enemies

• To spread religious beliefs

Which of the following was a significant way Genghis Khan affected history?

• He improved the status of Mongol women by uniting the tribes.

• He invented new military strategies.

• He established trade routes across Asia.

• He introduced a new legal code.

What determined how Genghis Khan would treat a conquered city and its inhabitants?

• The city's wealth and resources

• The city's resistance to Mongol forces

• The strategic importance of the city

• The city's previous alliances

How did Mongol rule promote trade?

• By establishing the Silk Road

• By imposing heavy taxes on traders

• By isolating their empire from others

• By discouraging foreign merchants

Genghis Khan’s forces are estimated to have killed up to 40 million people during the Mongol conquests of Eurasia. This represented what percentage of the world population?

• 1 percent

• 5 percent

• 10 percent

• 20 percent

What is the meaning of the word 'aberration'?

• A departure from what is normal or expected

• A type of fruit

• A mathematical equation

• A musical instrument

What is the meaning of the word 'abhor'?

• To love

• To admire

• To detest

• To ignore

What is the meaning of the word 'amiable'?

• Friendly and pleasant

• Hostile and aggressive

• Indifferent and uninterested

• Sad and melancholic

What is the meaning of the word 'appease'?

• To make someone angry

• To calm or pacify someone

• To ignore someone

• To challenge someone

What is the meaning of the word 'brazen'?

• Shy and reserved

• Bold and without shame

• Confused and uncertain

• Calm and peaceful