Byzantine Empire, Mongols, and Ming Dynasty Assessment

What was the capital of the Byzantine Empire and why was it significant?

• Alexandria; it was the most populous city
• Rome; it was the original capital of the Roman Empire
• Constantinople; it was a vital trade center between Europe and Asia
• Athens; it was known for its philosophical schools

Describe the Justinian Code of Law. Who created it and why were they created?

• Emperor Constantine; to promote Christianity
• Emperor Diocletian; to stabilize the economy
• Emperor Justinian; to eliminate legal conflicts and contradictions
• Empress Theodora; to empower women

What was a primary feature of Constantinople that made it successful in trade?

• Its cold climate
• Its isolation from other cities
• Its strategic location between the Aegean and Black Seas
• Its reliance solely on agriculture

Who was the leader that unified the Mongol tribes, and what does his name mean?

• Kublai Khan; "Great Leader"
• Genghis Khan; "Ruler of the Universe"
• Attila the Hun; "Scourge of God"
• Timur; "Iron"

What was the significance of the Silk Road during the Mongol Empire?

• It was closed to prevent foreign influence
• It facilitated trade and cultural exchange between Asia and Europe
• It was a military route for invasions
• It was a pilgrimage path for Buddhist monks

How did the Mongols manage their vast empire after Genghis Khan's death?

• By enforcing strict isolation policies
• By dividing it into four parts ruled by local officials
• By converting all subjects to a single religion
• By abandoning conquered lands

Which Ming Dynasty policy helped maintain Chinese culture during their rule?

• Encouraging foreign influence and trade with Europe
• Isolating China from all foreign contact
• Limiting Chinese influence by separating Mongols from Chinese society
• Establishing Confucian values and uniting China

What was the purpose of the Ming Dynasty's tributary system?

• To promote global trade
• To force foreign countries to pay tribute in exchange for peace
• To isolate China from its neighbors
• To convert other nations to Confucianism

What was one of the Ming Dynasty's contributions to global trade?

• Closure of the Silk Road
• Introduction of paper money to Europe
• Establishment of a sea trade network with Asia and Africa
• Creation of new trade routes to the Americas

Which building in Constantinople was considered an architectural wonder during the Middle Ages?

• The Colosseum
• The Great Wall of China
• Hagia Sophia
• The Parthenon