Marco Polo Explained: World History Review

The video explores the life and impact of Marco Polo, a 13th-century Venetian explorer. It covers his early life, his family's travels to the East, and his service under Kubla Khan in the Mongol Empire. Marco Polo's return to Venice brought new customs, inventions, and knowledge that influenced Europe, contributing to the end of the Middle Ages and the beginning of the Renaissance. His travels along the Silk Road connected Eastern and Western civilizations, inspiring future explorers like Christopher Columbus.

What was Marco Polo's primary role in history?

• A famous artist

• A military leader

• A religious figure

• A connector between civilizations

Where did Marco Polo's father and uncle first travel to make their fortune?

• Beijing

• Paris

• Cairo

• Constantinople

What was one of the tasks Kubla Khan assigned to Marco Polo's family?

• To establish a trade route

• To bring back spices

• To fetch oil from Jerusalem

• To map the Silk Road

How long did Marco Polo's travels in Asia last?

• 24 days

• 24 weeks

• 24 months

• 24 years

Which invention did Marco Polo bring back to Europe that was crucial for navigation?

• The telescope

• The sextant

• The astrolabe

• The compass

What was the name of the book that documented Marco Polo's travels?

• The Journey of Marco Polo

• The Travels of Marco Polo

• The Book of Travels

• The Adventures of Marco Polo

How did Marco Polo's travels influence the Renaissance?

• By creating new political systems

• By establishing new religious practices

• By encouraging exploration and cultural exchange

• By introducing new art styles