Trade Routes and Networks of Exchange Quiz

What is another way of saying "networks of exchange"?

• Trade Routes

• Trade Goods

• Commercial Practices

• Silk Roads

What changed around 1200 to 1450 CE when looking at trade routes in general?

• They expanded and led to further connections among states in Afro-Eurasia.

• They became less significant due to local trade.

• They were replaced by sea routes entirely.

• They were limited to a few regions.

What were the main trade goods found on the Silk Road, and why?

• Luxury goods like Chinese silk and porcelain because they were expensive and could yield high profits.

• Everyday goods like grains and vegetables because they were in high demand.

• Weapons and tools because they were essential for survival.

• Livestock because they were easy to transport.

What was the impact of increased trade on the Silk Road?

• Increased demand led to increased production of luxury goods.

• Farmers stopped producing food entirely.

• Trade routes became less significant.

• The production of goods like iron and steel decreased.

What transportation innovation on the Silk Road helped merchants travel safely and interact cross-culturally?

• Banking houses

• Caravansarai

• Flying Cash System

• Paper money

Which commercial practice developed in China made it easier to deposit and withdraw money across different locations?

• Bills of exchange

• Caravansarai

• Flying Cash System

• Paper money

What was the role of Kashgar in the growth of cities along the Silk Road?

• It was a major banking hub.

• It served as a stopping point for merchants with access to water sources.

• It was the origin of the Flying Cash System.

• It was the first city to use paper money.

What innovation in Europe helped manage credit through bills of exchange on the Silk Road?

• Flying Cash System

• Caravansarai

• Banking houses

• Paper money

What did Indian Ocean merchants need to know about the monsoon winds?

• They blew in random directions throughout the year.

• They blew in one direction or the other at predictable times of the year.

• They were completely unpredictable and dangerous.

• They only occurred during the summer months.

What were the main trade goods found on the Indian Ocean and why?

• Only luxury goods were traded because they were lightweight.

• Bulk items like textiles and spices were traded because ships could hold large amounts of cargo.

• Only perishable goods were traded due to the short travel times.

• Precious metals were the primary trade goods due to their high value.