Unit 2 AP World

What was the impact of Genghis Khan on the Mongol Empire?

Unified the Mongols and established the largest land-based empire.

How did the Mongol military achieve its strength?

Utilized organization, mobility, and communication methods.

What characterized the Pax Mongolica?

A period of peace that facilitated trade across the Silk Road.

What was the significance of the Silk Road?

Connected Asia for trade of luxury goods and cultural exchange.

How did the Mongols influence religious practices?

Promoted religious tolerance across their empire.

What role did the Indian Ocean trade routes play?

Facilitated the exchange of bulk goods and cultural interactions.

What innovations improved trade in the Indian Ocean?

Lateen sail, stern rudder, and understanding of monsoon winds.

What was the role of the Mali Empire in trade?

Controlled key trade cities and accumulated wealth through trade.

Who was Marco Polo and what did he do?

A Venetian merchant who documented his travels in China.

What did Ibn Battuta contribute to our understanding of Islam?

Wrote about Islamic practices across different cultures.

How did the Crusades influence European trade?

Increased interest in Muslim goods and cultures.

What was the significance of the Yuan Dynasty in China?

First non-Chinese rule over China, promoting art and innovation.

What happened to the Abbasid Caliphate during the Mongol expansion?

It was destroyed during the Siege of Baghdad.

What was the role of caravanserais in trade?

Provided rest stops that facilitated long-distance travel.

What was the impact of the bubonic plague on trade routes?

Spread along the Silk Road, affecting populations and trade.

What was the significance of the Sultanate of Malacca?

Controlled the Strait of Malacca, enhancing trade in the region.