Pre-History & Early Civilizations
What is Pre- History?
Before writing was invented, people were referred to by this term.
What is the Song Dynasty?
This dynasty dominated China for a large portion of the Confucian revival era, which is known as the Global Tapestry period.
What is Asia and Europe?
This continent was mainly connected to China by the Silk Roads.
What is "monsoon winds"?
This wind system played a crucial role in helping ships navigate the Indian Ocean trade routes between Africa and Asia.
What is the Mughal Empire?
Here’s the text we’re looking at: This empire, renowned for its stunning architecture like the Taj Mahal, was a significant Muslim empire in India.
What is Ancient Egypt?
The northeastern African river valley civilization, which was situated beside the Nile River.
What is Buddhism?
Siddhartha Gautama established this religious tradition, which quickly expanded throughout South Asia.
Who is Genghis Khan?
The greatest contiguous empire in history was established by this 13th-century leader who brought the Mongol tribes together.
What is gold?
The Trans-Saharan trade was mainly responsible for moving this valuable metal.
What is Constantinople?
The Ottoman Empire was based around this key city, which was once known as Byzantium.
What are the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers?
Mesopotamian civilization was sustained by these two rivers.
What is the caste system?
Indian society was organized into strict hereditary groups by this social structure.
What is Pax Mongolica?
This policy, which was supported by the Mongol Empire, made it possible for traders to move along trade routes in safety.
What is Mali?
This West African kingdom gained immense wealth and power by controlling the trade routes across the Sahara.
What is the Ottoman Empire?
This empire held sway over much of Eastern Europe, Western Asia, and North Africa from the 14th to the 20th centuries.
What is cuneiform?
One of the oldest known writing systems was created by the Sumerians.
What is the Roman Empire?
This ancient empire was carried on by the Byzantine Empire.
What is silk?
The most well-known item shipped from China via the Silk Roads was this one.
What is Timbuktu?
This city, famous for its Islamic university, served as a significant hub of knowledge in Mali.
Who is Bartolomeu Dias?
This Portuguese explorer is known for being the first to navigate around the southern tip of Africa, paving the way for sea trade routes to Asia.
What is polytheism?
Early river valley civilizations, such as Mesopotamia and Egypt, were known for their belief in numerous gods.
What is Kilwa?
In the Swahili Coast, this city was a major hub for trade, culture, and education.
What is the Black Death or Bubonic Plague?
Along the Silk Roads, this disease spread, decimating populations in Asia and Europe.
What are camel caravans?
These were the main ways traders crossed the vast Sahara desert.
What are the Treasure Ships (or Zheng He's fleet)?
The Ming Dynasty dispatched these enormous ships on voyages to assert China's presence in the Indian Ocean.