PHILOSOPHIES
Daoism
What was the wealthiest empire in the world?
The Mali Empire
What is the name of the river that led to the success of Egypt?
The Nile River
Why would the Mongols move seasonally, what were they in search for?
They would move seasonally because they were pastoralists, (had herded animals) and they were in search of good pasture for their heads.
What are the major civilizations of Mesoamerica?
Aztecs, Mayans, and Incas
Who became known as the "enlightened one"?
Buddha
What was Great Zimbabwe Known for?
It's impressive stone structures
Which river civilization was the birthplace of Hinduism?
The Indus River Valley
Who was the leader of the Mongols?
Genghis Khan
What goods and resources were most significant in their economic trade?
Cacao beans and salt
Which philosophy favored filial piety and respect for one's elders?
Confucianism
What states had major trading hubs in West Africa?
Hausa States
The first system of writing (cuneiform) came from who?
The Sumerians
What continent did the Mongols conquer most of?
Asia
What were the key features of the Mayan calendar system?
365 solar day
Who created Buddhism?
Siddhartha Gautama
What was the Mali's empire's wealth and power based on?
Gold
Which river civilization had the strongest central government?
The Indus River Valley
What was ONE of the reasons that Genghis Khan was such a great leader?
Brilliant organizer, great strategist, knew how to use psychological warfare, and used technology to maintain power/leadership.
True or false: The Incas had a written language
False
What force is known as a universal force that guides all things?
Dao
What was Timbuktu known for?
A center of learning, attracted scholars, and enhanced Mali's intellectual reputation.
What dominated the Chinese government?
The Mandate of Heaven
What were the 4 Khanates that the Mongol Empire was divided into?
Great Khan, Chagatai, Ilkhanate, and Golden Horde
What was the ball game called that was developed by the Mayans?
Pok-ta-pok