Silk Road and Asian Trade Routes

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How did the Silk Road get its name?
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From the lucrative trade in silk that was carried along these routes from China.
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What role did the Mongols play in Silk Road trade?
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They provided stability and security known as the Pax Mongolica, allowing trade to flourish.
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What primary goods were traded from China to the West on the Silk Road?
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Silk, tea, porcelain, and paper.
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How did the geography of the Silk Road affect trade?
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It offered diverse routes across deserts, mountains, and cities, influencing trade flow and access.
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Which religion spread significantly along the Silk Road?
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Buddhism.
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In what way did Marco Polo's travels impact European perceptions of the East?
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He introduced detailed descriptions of Eastern wealth and civilizations, sparking interest and myths.
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What were caravanserais, and what role did they play in Silk Road trade?
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Inns along trade routes that provided shelter and support to traveling merchants.
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What is the significance of the city of Samarkand on the Silk Road?
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Samarkand was a key economic and cultural center on the road, known for its thriving bazaars.
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Why did the trade along the Silk Road eventually decline?
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The rise of maritime trade routes provided alternatives that were more efficient and safer.
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What technologies were diffused through the Silk Road?
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Paper-making, gunpowder, and compasses among others.
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What was the primary purpose of the Silk Road from a Chinese perspective?
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To facilitate trade and diplomacy with neighboring regions and empires.
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Which cities served as trading hubs along the Silk Road route?
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Cities such as Xi’an, Kashgar, and Bukhara.
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How did the Silk Road enable cultural exchange?
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By allowing the spread and interaction among different peoples, ideas, and beliefs.
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What was the role of Persia in Silk Road trade?
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Persia acted as an intermediary, connecting Eastern and Western Silk Road routes.
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Who were the main travelers and traders on the Silk Road?
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Merchants, pilgrims, soldiers, nomads, and missionaries.
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