Trade routes Flashcards
What is a trade route?
A trade route is a logistical network identified as a series of pathways and stoppages used for the commercial transport of cargo.
True or False: The Silk Road was primarily a maritime trade route.
False
Fill in the blank: The __________ was an ancient trade route that connected China to the Mediterranean Sea.
Silk Road
Which empire was known for facilitating trade across the Silk Road?
The Mongol Empire
What was the main commodity traded along the Silk Road?
Silk
Which trade route connected Europe to Asia by sea?
The Spice Route
What were the primary goods traded on the Trans-Saharan trade routes?
Gold, salt, and slaves
True or False: The Incense Route was used to transport spices from Asia to Europe.
False
What is the significance of the Incense Route?
It was used for the trade of incense, spices, and other luxury goods from Arabia to the Mediterranean.
Multiple Choice: Which trade route was crucial for the exchange of culture and religion between East and West? A) The Silk Road B) The Incense Route C) The Trans-Saharan Route
A) The Silk Road
What was the role of Venice in historical trade routes?
Venice served as a major trading hub between Europe and Asia.
Fill in the blank: The __________ connected the Indian Ocean trade network with the Mediterranean Sea.
Red Sea
What were the main export goods from Africa along trade routes?
Gold, ivory, and slaves
True or False: The Han Dynasty was instrumental in the establishment of the Silk Road.
True
Which trade route was primarily used for the exchange of textiles and spices?
The Maritime Silk Road
What was the historical impact of the trade routes on the spread of religion?
Trade routes facilitated the spread of major religions, including Buddhism, Islam, and Christianity.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was NOT a trade route? A) The Silk Road B) The Spice Route C) The Gold Route D) The Incense Route
C) The Gold Route
What was the primary reason for the decline of the Silk Road?
The rise of maritime trade routes and the Mongol Empire’s fragmentation.
Fill in the blank: The __________ was a trade network that connected various cities in the Mediterranean region.
Mediterranean Trade Network
What role did the Ottoman Empire play in trade routes?
The Ottoman Empire controlled key trade routes between Europe and Asia.
True or False: The Age of Exploration led to the discovery of new trade routes.
True
What was the impact of trade routes on cultural exchange?
Trade routes allowed for the exchange of ideas, art, and technologies between different cultures.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following goods was primarily traded along the Trans-Saharan trade routes? A) Spices B) Salt C) Silk D) Textiles
B) Salt
What is the significance of the Maritime Silk Road?
It connected the eastern and western parts of the world through sea trade.
