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100
He conquered China and was the grandson of the founder of the Mongolian Empire.

Who is Kublai Khan?

100

The Mongolian Empire was split into these after Genghis Khan's death.

What are Four Khanates?

100

Kublai Khan supported this thriving trade network in China by building more roads and canals.

What is the Silk Road?

100

King Suryavarman I built this sprawling temple complex dedicated to the Hindu god, Vishnu.

What is Angkor Wat?

100
In 500 A.D., the Japanese borrowed symbols for writing from this culture.
Who are the Chinese?
200

This group of people were powerful, land-owning nobles in Feudal Japan.

What is Daimyo?

200
Kublai Khan led his Mongol fleet to sail and conquer this country until a great typhoon hit.
What is Japan?
200
Zhu Yanzhang’s son, Yong Le, repaired this structure to defend the Ming's borders against the Mongols.
What is the Great Wall?
200

This policy of the Mongol Empire ensured that its citizens could practice whatever beliefs they wanted to.

What is religious tolerance?

200
Over time, this position became more powerful than the emperor.
What are Shoguns?
300
The Italian merchant and adventurer who visited the court of the Mongol ruler Kublai Khan.
Who is Marco Polo?
300

This region of Asia was known for its archipelago and incredible spices.

What is Southeast Asia Islands?

300

This term refers to the period of peace and stability across the Mongol Empire that allowed trade and cultural exchange to flourish along the Silk Road.

What is Pax Mongolica?

300

Emperor Ashoka built these domed, religious temples.

Who are Stupas?

300

This Japanese style of musical drama is known for its highly stylized performances and distinct masks.

What is Noh theatre?

400

Which Ming Dynasty Admiral launched seven naval expeditions to encourage trade and show off Chinese strength?

Who is Zheng He?

400

This Tang Dynasty capital was one of the largest cities in the world, serving as a hub for trade and culture along the Silk Road

What is Chang'an?

400
The Ming Dynasty's top three exports were these items.
What are silk, tea, and porcelain?
400

The Japanese believed these "divine winds" protected them from Mongolian invasion.

What are "Kamikaze"?

400

King Sejong ordered the creation of the Korean language on this day (October 9th)

What is Hangul Day?

500

This Japanese Noblewoman wrote the Tale of Genji, which is considered the world's first novel

Who is Lady Murasaki?
500

This city was a center of imperial control during the Ming Dynasty.

What is the Forbidden City?

500
All samurai followed this law.
What is the Bushido Honor Code?
500
Many Mongol Khans converted to this religion, blending the Mongols into other cultures.
What is Islam.
500

The Srivijaya Empire's control over this body of water helped their economy tremendously.

What is the Strait of Malacca?
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