Yuan Dynasty
In what modern-day city was the capital of the Yuan Dynasty located? (hint: its the current capital of China)
Beijing
The Ming Dynasty was famous for producing which type of pottery?
Blue and White Porcelain
The Mongols originated in this country:
Mongolia
Explain what "goods" are (think about trading)
Goods are resources that are commonly traded from one society to another
This animal was used by the Mongols to transport goods and fight in battle
Horses
Which foreign explorer visited China during the Yuan Dynasty?
Marco Polo
Who founded the Ming Dynasty?
Zhu Yuanzhang
Which Mongol leader united the Mongol tribes in the 1200s?
Genghis Khan
A series of rulers from the same family lineage
This food item, often associated with Chinese culture, was invented during the Yuan Dynasty
Noodles or Dumplings
What trade route did the Yuan Dynasty utilize?
The Silk Road
What Dynasty did the Ming defeat to take control of China?
The Yuan Dynasty
Who was Genghis Khans grandson?
Kublai Khan
What is religious tolerance?
When a government allows all types of religions
The Mongols invented this form of currency that is still used today
Paper Money
Who was the leader of the Yuan Dynasty?
Kublai Khan
This Ming emperor led several voyages to explore the Indian Ocean and East Africa
Zheng He
The Mongols were known for this type of warfare:
Horseback (Archery)
This word means "to move around; to wander"
Nomad; Nomadic
According to legend, this material was used in potions to grant "immortality" (to stay young"
Gunpowder
What time period was the Yuan Dynasty in?
1200s-1300s
The Ming Dynasty rebuilt this significant structure in China:
The Great Wall of China
Genghis Khan's real name was Temujin...what does "Genghis" mean in Mongolian?
This word means "ruler" or "leader" of the Mongolians/Yuan Dynasty
Khan or Emperor
During the Ming Dynasty, China became famous for its porcelain...what color was the porcelain?
Blue