Road

​The Silk Road was over _____ miles long​

• 3,000

• 4,000

• 5,000

• 6,000

Which Statement best describes a merchants journey on the Silk Road?

• Long, harsh and dangerous

• Short, harsh and dangerous

• Long, easy going and not dangerous

• Short, easy going and not dangerous

About how long was the Silk Road?

• 2,000 miles

• 1,000 miles

• 3,000 miles

• 4,000 miles

Which product was NOT exchanged on the Silk Road?

• silk

• plastic

• exotic animals

• silver

Which was NOT a danger along the Silk Road?

• Sandstorms (in the central, arid part of the Silk Road)

• Bandits in places far from the controls of empires

• Lions, Tigers, and Bears, oh my! (In the more forested western and eastern parts of the Silk Road)

• Buddhism, which helped people find inner peace

What is the primary purpose of roads in urban areas?

• Facilitate transportation

• Increase property value

• Reduce pollution

• Promote tourism

Which ancient civilization is credited with building extensive road networks for military and trade purposes?

• Egyptians

• Romans

• Chinese

• Indians

What is a common environmental impact of road construction?

• Increased biodiversity

• Deforestation

• Improved air quality

• Reduced noise pollution

Which of the following is a key feature of a sustainable road design?

• Wide lanes

• Use of recycled materials

• High speed limits

• Minimal signage

What is the term for roads that are designed to accommodate both vehicles and bicycles?

• Expressways

• Bike lanes

• Shared roads

• Pedestrian paths