GEOGRAPHY
Describe the geography of Feudal Japan
Located in East Asia, it is an archipelago (a group or chain of islands), mountainous, steep & forested, not much flat land
What is the religion/beliefs of Feudal Japan called?
Shinto
How were the Mongols organized in their society?
By tribes and/or clans
What was the Bushido Code?
They followed the Bushido Code that focused on values: Honor Loyalty Courage Disclipline Respsect
Explain the impact of the Silk Road during Mongol rule?
Mongols policed the roads and made travel safe & Silk Road trade increased so they gained access to more goods from many places such as gold, silk (brocade), spices, new ideas etc
What farming method was used in Feudal Japan?
Terrace Farming
Explain the religious beliefs of Feudal Japan
Shinto- believed that spirits lived in mountains, rivers, trees, rocks, nature, etc
"Kami". Torii Gate
Nature was something the Japanese believed they should NOT try to control.
What was the Shogun's role in Feudal Japan?
The Shogun was the military ruler who controlled the army and ruled in the name of the Emperor (had the actual power to make decisions & lead)
Who founded the Yuan dynasty?
Kublai Khan
What were at least 2 of the natural resources available in Feudal Japan?
Had limited resources but inluded:
● Wood (used for building)
● Fish (important food source)
● Iron Sand (used for weapons and tools)
Describe the geography of the Mongol Empire
It was called a "Steppe" and was mostely large, expansive grasslands. Some mountainous areas existed on the outskirts/perimeters of the empire
What is the religion/beliefs of the Mongols called?
Shamanism
In Japan, what did feudalism provide & why was it accepted?
Feudalism provided protection, stability and clear roles. It provided safety at an unstable time.
What happened to the Mongol Empire after the death of Genghis Khan?
The empire was divided into khanates (4 regions) and ruled by descendants who could not unify or agree as to HOW the empire should be run
This system unified Asia during Mongol Rule?
Yam System -Mongol Mail system (later copied as Pony Express) unified Asia
Explain how the sea was important to Japan
The sea was important to Japan because it provided…
1. food 2. transportation 3. protection
Explain the religious beliefs of the Mongols
They believed in a spirit-focused system that connected to nature to cure illnesses, ensure hunting/battle successes, and maintain environmental harmony through rituals and trance
What types of people were intentionally kidnapped during their conquests?
They forcibly relocated many artisans, scholars, doctors, and merchants to central Asia.
What was the Pax Mongolica & give 2 detailed examples of how it impacted Mongol life?
It was the 100 years of peace following the end of Mongol conquest
Mongols policed the roads and made travel safe & Silk Road trade increased
Harsh punishments for criminals helped to deter crime
Unified parts of China, India, Central Asia, Muslim Middle East, & Russia- transmitting all acquired cultures and technologies.
How did Japan’s geography impact its culture & daily life?
● Isolation led to unique culture
● Limited land made farming difficult
● Respect for nature shaped religion
● Geography led to feudalism
What was the main god of the Mongols?
Tengri - represents the infinite sky and governs the destiny of all people
Explain 3 detailed war tactics or strategies used by the Mongols
Used bows, arrows, and swords but also canons– a new technology
Skilled attacking on horseback
Often faked a retreat to lure enemies into a trap
Genghis Khan created an elite group of 10000 young warriors from all tribes loyal to him
Based military positions on merit, not your family
They showed no mercy to those who opposed but welcomed all who wanted to join
What did the Mongols hope to instill as a result of their raids AND how did they do so?
To spark fear/terror bc anyone who resisted/refused to submit was destroyed. Men were executed, women were sold as slaves. The land was destroyed/damaged due to fires & warfare,