The Silk Road

Question 1

Which Dynasty was The Silk Road built in?

Answer 1

It was built in the Han Dynasty in the first and second centuries AD.

Question 2

What did the Chinese trade silk for?

Answer 2

They traded silk for medicines, perfumes, slaves, and precious stones.

Question 3

Which 5 different cultures did it connect to?

Answer 3

The 5 cultures are China, Central Asia, Northern India, Parthian, and the Roman Empires.

Question 4

How long is the Silk Road?

Answer 4

The Silk Road is over 7000 miles.

Question 5

True or False? Overland trade was always safe for trade.

Answer 5

False. Overland and overseas trade became increasingly dangerous.

Question 6

Name three examples of good tradings.

Answer 6

Some examples of goods traded include:
From China: silk, gunpowder, and porcelain
From Persia/Iran: cavetto design and blue pigment
From Central Asia (Uzbekistan and Khazakstan): horses and precious stones
From Afghanistan: Bactrain (twohumped)
camels
From India; sugar and medicine
From Mongolia: jade
From Rome: gold

Question 7

When did the trading and travel along the Silk Road decrease?

Answer 7

It was when sea travel became more common.