Genghis Khan: Myths and Facts

1 in ______ men were said to be descended from Genghis Khan.

• 50

• 200

• 150

• 100

What did the people believe was a sign that Genghis was to become a fierce warrior?

• the baby was born holding a blood clot

• the baby was born on a holy day

• the baby was born with his eyes open

• the baby was abnormally big when he was born

Genghis Khan had many wives but 1 true love.

• True

• False

What did young Genghis do to his half-brother?

• cast him out of the family

• 
  forced him into enslavement

• murdered him

• sent him to Europe to forge alliances.

How did Genghis win the loyalty of the lord he met?

• He gave him his most valuable possession

• 
  He promised his slaves to  him

• He threatened him

• he promised his daughter's hand in marriage

Who did he leave behind as his enemies approached?

• his mom

• his daughter

• 
  his wife

• his best friend

What happened to Khan's former best friend?

• He lost the war against Khan and went into hiding in the mountains

• 
  He was killed in battle against Khan

• 
  His fate is not known

• 
  He surrendered to Khan and became his top general

What determined your rank in the new army?

• your tribal affiliation

• your ability in the army

• 
  your age

• 
  your knowledge of Mongol history

Genghis Khan died while fighting in battle.

• True

• False