South & East Asia
This land trading route isn't made out of its name, but rather one of the most popular goods transported from Asia to the Middle East, Africa, and Europe
This holy text, divided into fourteen sections, is believed to be the direct word of God revealed to the prophet Mohammed over a span of 23 years.
What is the Quran?
This is the largest hot desert on the planet, spanning 3.552 million square miles in North Africa
What is the Sahara?
A nickname for the bubonic plague, this disease was the center of one of the most deadly pandemics in human history
What is the Black Death?
French monarchs didn't have to worry about their power being challenged, since they were able to claim this idea that God had given them the power in the first place.
What is Divine Right?
This term describes one's role in society, including their responsibilities and opportunities. Some rank higher than others.
What is a Caste?
This list of rules given to Moses by God on Mount Sinai requires people to honor their parents, observe the Sabbath, and several other important orders.
What are the Ten Commandments?
This medieval stone city sent raw materials such as gold and ivory to be sold through the Indian Ocean trade network.
What is Great Zimbabwe?
This system kept serfs in the field, lords in power, and knights protecting both against any possible threats.
What is Feudalism?
These two rhyming crops indigenous to the Americas were introduced to Europe, changing diets and increasing populations across Europe and Asia.
What are potatoes and tomatoes?
Chinese philosopher Confucius believes that you should have this type of respect for the two people who created you.
What is Filial Piety?
This Roman emperor legalized Christianity through the Edict of Milan. His mother was later made a saint after helping her son convert to the faith.
Who is Constantine?
This belief that objects, animals, and places can have its own spirit or soul is a common component of many religions across the world
What is Animism?
Is it better to be feared or loved? This Renaissance thinker claimed in his book The Prince that fear might be the answer for effective politicians and leaders.
Who is (Niccolo) Machiavelli?
The exchange of goods between these three continents has earned it a geometry-themed nickname
What is Triangular Trade?
This Chinese philosophy founded by Laozi emphasizes living in harmony with nature and accepting the natural flow of the world without resistance.
What is Daoism?
This term, which translates to "my teacher," refers to spiritual leaders who are trained in Jewish law.
What is a Rabbi?
Who is Mansa Musa?
These groups of craftsmen helped people in the same trade support one another and improve the quality of their work
What are Guilds?
Galileo was put under house arrest for his support of this idea that the Earth orbits the Sun.
What is Heliocentric Theory?
This ruler of the Maurya Empire in modern-day India is renowned for his military conquests, but also renounced his warlike ways when he converted to Buddhism and spread it throughout his empire.
Who is Emperor Ashoka?
This cube-shaped building is the holiest site in the Muslim faith. It is covered in a black and gold silk that is embroidered with verses from the Quran.
What is the Kaaba?
This insect spreads the sleeping sickness through its bite, which can prove fatal to both humans and their livestock.
What is a Tsetse Fly?
This line of wealthy bankers from Florence funded some of the most influential artists of the Renaissance, including Leonardo DaVinci and Michelangelo
Who is the Medici Family?
Despite his family losing power, this explorer acted on behalf of the emperor and commanded a massive fleet of ships, some more valuable than others
Who is Zheng He?