Mongols Key Words

Question 1

Genghis Khan

Answer 1

Ruler and leader of the Mongols who started the empire and continued to conquer lands throughout his lifetime.

Question 2

Nomadic

Answer 2

People who did not live in one spot. They lived in tents that could be picked up and moved easily. Often times, Mongols followed their herds of animals.

Question 3

Yurts

Answer 3

The tent-like structures used by the Mongols because they were portable, yet large enough to live in and be comfortable. This was a round structure, typically covered by felt or animal skins.

Question 4

Steppes

Answer 4

Rolling and grassy plains that the Mongols traveled across. Many of these can be found from the Black Sea through northern China.

Question 5

Dynasty

Answer 5

The unified regions that were broke apart by the Mongols. China and Korea reverted back to this system later in time.

Question 6

Two major characteristics of the Mongols

Answer 6

1. The Mongols were most well known for their ability to wage war and conquer lands. They were constantly on the move and had excellent and accurate archery skills. 2. The Mongols were also known for their ability to ride on horseback. They started riding at a very young age and continued throughout their life.

Question 7

primary source

Answer 7

the original source of information of a first-hand recording of an event, time period, account,ect

Question 8

silk road

Answer 8

a series of trade routes that connected Asia and Europe. They trade cultures and ideas each as Buddhism and Christians

Question 9

Goods Traded

Answer 9

Mongols helped to protect the silk road. They sold silk and porcelain

Question 10

export

Answer 10

The Mongols helped to strengthen trade by transporting certain goods OUT of their territory

Question 11

import

Answer 11

Certain goods along the Silk Road were in high demand and were brought In to Mongol territory

Question 12

Caravan

Answer 12

Merchants traveled in large groups along the Silk Road