U1 L4: Mongol Empire (7.04)- ET

1. What tactics did Mongol soldiers use to gain control of China?

• 1. They publicized their policies of acceptance and religious tolerance.

• 1. They refused to unite into a single army and clans attacked China from all sides.

• 1. They used terror tactics, such as looting and burning, to intimidate people.

• 1. They encouraged Europeans to move to China and slowly gained a voting majority.

Which of the following were key elements of the Mongol Empire under Genghis Khan's rule? (3 choices)

• Implementation of structured laws and punishments

• Promotion of a single religion

• Emphasis on merit-based promotions in the military

• Expansion of the empire solely through military conquests

• Respect for diverse beliefs and education

Which of the following contributions did the Mongol Empire make to trade and commerce? (2 choices)

• Promoting religious tolerance

• Providing protection for merchants

• Resisting Japanese invasions

• Expansion of the Silk Road

• Establishment of a written language

What were some criticisms or controversies surrounding Genghis Khan's leadership? (2 choices)

• Brutality and massive destruction caused by military campaigns

• Promotion of cultural assimilation and elimination of diverse beliefs

• Harsh tactics leading to the obliteration of resisting populations

• Lack of development in education and written language.

• Unwillingness to acknowledge contributions of conquered civilizations

What was one of the reasons for the Mongol Empire's success against its enemies?

• Their use of highly skilled archers on foot

• Their use of well-trained horses to cover long distances quickly

• They focused on dominating lesser, unskilled warriors

• Genghis Khan used common, well-proven war tactics

In A.D. 1206, a group of Mongol leaders ​ (a)   a warrior who became known as Genghis Khan to ​ (b)   and lead the Mongol clans. Genghis Khan organized Mongols laws and created a single, unified ​ (c)   code. He consulted clan chiefs when he planned ​ (d)   campaigns. 

• He gathered an army of more than 100,000 trained warriors, selected for their ​ (e)   rather than social position.

• elected
• unify
• legal
• military
• ability

1. How did Genghis Khan rise to power?

• 1. Genghis Khan overthrew Kublai Khan and united China.

• 1. Genghis Khan was elected by Mongol clan leaders.

• 1. Genghis Khan used terror tactics against other Mongol clans.

• 1. Genghis Khan supported Confucian ideals.

Not solely marked by ​ (a)   prowess, the Mongol Empire fostered trade and ​ ​ (b)   along the Silk Road, safeguarding ​ (c)   and ensuring safe passage. They established a ​ (d)   system for efficient ​ (e)   and transport across their expansive territories. This allowed for trade to thrive along the Silk Road.

• military
• commerce
• merchants
• postal
• communication

Identify the Mongol Empire.

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Match the characteristics to the empire/dynasty.

Groups:

(a) Tang Dynasty

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(b) Song Dynasty

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(c) Mongol Empire

• religious tolerance is exercised

• Buddhism and Confucianism blend

• Buddhism flourished

• invaded by the Jin

• invaded China

• Silk Road expands

• unified China

• Silk Road is reestablished

• Silk Road is stabilized and grows safer