The Mongols Genghis Khan

The video explores the Mongol Khanates, their impact on Eurasia, and the eventual decline of Mongol rule. It covers the Yuan Dynasty in China under Kublai Khan, the Golden Horde's influence in Russia, and the Ilkhanate and Chagatai Khanate's roles in the Middle East and Central Asia. The video highlights the cultural integration, trade improvements, and scientific advancements during Mongol rule, as well as the political shifts that led to the decline of the Mongol Empire.

What event led to the split of the Mongol Empire into different Khanates?

• The invasion of Japan

• The construction of Beijing

• Kublai Khan declaring himself the Great Khan

• The death of Genghis Khan

Which city did Kublai Khan establish as the capital of the Yuan Dynasty?

• Shanghai

• Guangzhou

• Beijing

• Nanjing

What was a significant cultural impact of the Mongol rule in China?

• The decline of Confucianism

• The spread of Hinduism

• The development of Mandarin as a dominant dialect

• The introduction of Buddhism

Which Russian city benefited from increased trade under the Golden Horde?

• Kiev

• Vladivostok

• Moscow

• St. Petersburg

How did the Golden Horde treat the Orthodox Christian Church in Russia?

• They destroyed it

• They converted it to Islam

• They ignored it completely

• They allowed it to remain powerful

What was a major scientific contribution during the Ilkhanate's rule?

• The creation of the printing press

• Advancements in astronomy and mathematics

• The development of gunpowder

• The invention of the compass

Who was the leader of the Chagatai Khanate known for his conquests?

• Genghis Khan

• Kublai Khan

• Tamerlane

• Batu Khan

What was one of the greatest impacts of Mongol rule on trade?

• Trade was limited to Europe

• There was a significant increase in trade

• Trade routes became unsafe

• The Silk Road was closed

Which numerical system was spread due to Mongol influence?

• Roman numerals

• Binary system

• Arabic numerals

• Mayan numerals

What led to the decline of Mongol rule in China?

• A successful invasion by Japan

• Economic decline and internal conflict

• The rise of the Ottoman Empire

• A natural disaster