Mighty Mongols
What skills made Mongol soldiers famous and effective in battle?
Horseback riding and archery
What wind pattern helped Indian Ocean trade?
Monsoon winds
What religion spread across West Africa through trade?
Islam
What deadly event spread through trade routes in the 14th century?
The Black Death
How many parts does a typical SAQ have?
Three parts (A, B, and C)
What type of warfare did the Mongols often use to scare enemies?
Psychological warfare
Luxury goods/common items
What famous ruler’s pilgrimage made Mali known worldwide?
Mansa Musa
What was one major effect of the Black Death on Europe?
Population decline and social change
What does the word “identify” mean in an SAQ prompt?
State a specific fact or example—no explanation needed
What continents did the Mongols help connect through the Silk Roads?
Eurasia (Europe and Asia)
Which trade route was land-based and connected East Asia to Europe?
The Silk Road
What were two key trade goods of the Mali Empire?
Gold and salt
What type of areas were hit hardest by the plague?
Crowded urban centers
What does the word “explain” mean in an SAQ prompt?
Give reasoning or show cause and effect for something
What was one benefit of Mongol rule for trade?
Safe and increased trade along the Silk Roads
What innovation made Indian Ocean ships more efficient?
Junks, Lateen sails, Stern Rudder
What traveler wrote about Mali’s devotion to Islam?
Ibn Battuta
What did increased trade spread besides goods?
Disease, ideas, and cultures
How many sentences should you usually write per SAQ part?
3 clear sentences
How many khanates did the Mongol Empire effectively split into around 1260?
Four
What empire’s fall led to more European exploration at sea?
Mongol Empire
What did Muslim traders introduce besides religion?
The Arabic language and culture
What symbol of the plague became famous in art and medicine?
The plague doctor
What is the best way to earn full points on an SAQ?