Asia's Silk Road
What was a primary good traded along the Silk Road?
Silk
What were the names of the three major trading kingdoms in West Africa?
Ghana, Mali, and Songhai.
Who was Zheng He and what was his goal?
Zheng He was a Chinese explorer who aimed to promote trade and establish Chinese presence abroad.
What was the Renaissance?
A period of renewed interest in art, science, and learning in Europe.
Why is trade important between different regions?
It allows for the exchange of goods and ideas.
What was the main purpose of the Silk Road?
To facilitate trade between Asia and Europe.
What natural resources contributed to West Africa's wealth?
Gold and salt
What was one reason Europeans wanted to explore new lands?
To find new trade routes and resources.
Name one of the advancements in navigation during the Renaissance.
The astrolabe.
What is one way trade connected Europe and Asia?
Through the Silk Road and maritime routes.
Who was Marco Polo and why is he important?
Marco Polo was a traveler who explored Asia and shared his experiences, helping to increase interest in trade.
Describe Mansa Musa's pilgrimage to Mecca.
Mansa Musa was the king of Mali who traveled to Mecca, showcasing his wealth and promoting Islam.
Name one effect of European exploration.
Greater interaction between Europe and other continents.
Who was Prince Henry the Navigator?
A Portuguese prince who helped promote exploration along the African coast.
What was a key trade product from Africa to Europe?
Gold
Name one effect of Marco Polo's journey on Europe.
It led to increased trade and interest in Asian goods.
What role did the Sahara Desert play in trade?
It was crossed by caravan routes that facilitated trade between West Africa and North Africa
Why did the Vikings leave the land we call Newfoundland?
There were conflicts with the American Indians living there.
How did the Renaissance contribute to navigation?
It led to advancements in shipbuilding and navigation techniques.
How did trade affect cultural exchange?
It allowed for the sharing of customs, traditions, and technologies.
Describe how the Silk Road connected different cultures.
It allowed for the exchange of goods, ideas, and cultures between East and West.
How did trade affect the relationships among different cultures in West Africa?
Trade helped build ties and understanding among different cultures.
How did European exploration change the world?
It led to the exchange of goods, ideas, and cultures on a global scale.
What was Prince Henry's impact on exploration?
He established a school for navigators and helped Portugal become a leading maritime power.
Describe how trade influenced the development of civilizations.
It helped civilizations grow wealthier and more interconnected, leading to cultural and technological advancements.