Caliphates
Was the Golden Age of Islamic culture, had Baghad as its capital, and mostly exported/imported gold, silver, and slaves.
Abbasid Caliphate
Which trade route connected Rome, the Chinese Empires, pastoral people, and consisted of transported/trading goods such as yokes, saddles, etc?
The Silk Road
A religion and philosophy centered on the teachings of Siddhartha Gautama. Opposed Hinduism, and originated from the Mauryan Empire.
Buddhism
The ruling dynasty of China established by the Mongol leader Kublai Khan, grandson of Genghis Khan. It marked the first time a foreign dynasty ruled over all of China. This dynasty brought stability and economic prosperity through promoting international trade, but it eventually faced internal issues and peasant rebellions, ultimately leading to its fall and the rise of the Ming Dynasty.
The Yuan Dynasty
Which empire was the one known for being the preservers of Roman and Greek culture, as well as distinct art, architecture and legal systems?
The Byzantine Empire
The period when the rulers of the this Empire, a Turkish dynasty, claimed to be the caliphs, or leaders of the Islamic world.
Ottoman Caliphate
Name the form of directional travel that was usually printed, and showed the locations of pre-discovered places by other people.
Map
A diverse range of spiritual and religious traditions originating in the Indian subcontinent, characterized by a belief in a single, eternal divine reality (Brahman), the concept of dharma (righteous living), and the cycle of reincarnation (samsara). Also opposed Buddhism.
Hinduism
A Chinese imperial dynasty that ruled from 1368 to 1644, following the collapse of the Yuan dynasty and preceding the Qing dynasty. This era saw significant achievements in art, literature, exploration, and economic prosperity, including the construction of the Forbidden City and Zheng He's voyages.
The Ming Dynasty
Which empire lied in South America, stretched to California, had conquistadors, and a Feudal System in place, as well as an Encomienda System?
The Spanish Empire
Its capital was Syria, the city of Damascus. Fought the Byzantines, and expanded West & East.
Umayyad Caliphate
This trade route went across seas, improved ships, brought forth lateen sails, and better navigational knowledge. Also connected the Middle East, Persia, Southeast Asia, and East Africa.
Indian Ocean Trade
Originated from the Rashidun Caliphate, believed in the 5 Pillars, the Quran, and Allah. Muhammad was the muslims last prophet, and the community was called the Ummah?
Islam
A period in Chinese history that lasted from 960 to 1279 CE, divided into two periods: the Northern (960-1127) and the Southern (1127-1279). It followed the chaotic Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period and is known for its cultural, economic, and technological advancements
The Song Dynasty
A vast Eurasian empire that existed from 1721 to 1917, encompassing a territory that spanned from the Black Sea to the Pacific Ocean. One of the biggest empires in history, and
The Russian Empire
A caliphate that ruled a vast empire in North Africa and parts of the Middle East from 909 to 1171. Claiming descent from the Prophet Muhammad's daughter Fatima, they were the Ismaili Shia Caliphs, challenging the Sunni Abbasid Caliphate for control of the Islamic world.
Fatimid Caliphate
A system of transatlantic trade that connected Europe, Africa, and the Americas, primarily for the exchange of goods and enslaved people.
Triangular Trade
A major world religion based on the life, teachings, and death of Jesus of Nazareth, believed by Christians to be the Son of God.
Christianity
The last imperial dynasty of China, ruling from 1644 to 1911/1912. Also known as the Manchu Dynasty, it was established by the Manchu people from Manchuria. Under this dynasty, China's territory tripled in size, and the population grew significantly, marking a period of substantial expansion and population growth.
The Qing Dynasty
A powerful, long-lasting empire that spanned across Anatolia (modern-day Turkey), the Middle East, southeastern Europe, and parts of North Africa, lasting from the late 13th century until the early 20th century. Known for extensive territorial expansion, powerful military, control of crucial trade routes, and rich cultural and artistic achievements
Ottoman Empire
The first four caliphs of Islam (Abu Bakr, Umar, Uthman, and Ali) who ruled from 632 to 661 CE, following the death of Prophet Muhammad. This period is considered by Sunni Muslims as the "Rightly Guided" because they believed these leaders followed Muhammad's principles and methods of governance.
Rashidun Caliphate
Which piece of technology was utilized to aid in travel by means of a magnetic needle on a pivot or water to direct the ways of North, South, East, and West?
Magnetic Compass
An ancient Chinese belief system, which focuses on the importance of personal ethics and morality.
Confucianism
A significant period in Chinese history, spanning from 206 BCE to 220 CE. It was the second great imperial dynasty of China, following the Qin Dynasty, and is known for its long reign, vast territorial expansion, and significant cultural and technological advancements. This dynasty established many of the foundations that shaped Chinese civilization for centuries to come.
The Han Dynasty
A vast global system of territories under the rule of the its Crown, encompassing colonies, protectorates, and other dependencies. It began in the late 16th and early 17th centuries with overseas possessions and trading posts and grew over three centuries to become the largest empire in history.
The British Empire