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What was one significant factor that motivated people to travel along the Chang'an - Tian-Shan Corridor?
What was one significant factor that motivated people to travel along the Chang'an - Tian-Shan Corridor?
- Trading valuable goods such as silk, spices, and porcelain (correct)
- Exchanging precious stones and weapons with civilizations along the route
- Documenting the geographical features of the Taklamakan Desert
- Exploring new territories and undiscovered lands
What was the capital city of the Han Dynasty, marking the starting point of the Chang'an - Tian-Shan Corridor?
What was the capital city of the Han Dynasty, marking the starting point of the Chang'an - Tian-Shan Corridor?
- Shanghai
- Beijing
- Hangzhou
- Chang'an (modern-day Xian) (correct)
How did the Chang'an - Tian-Shan Corridor contribute to globalization despite the lack of modern technology?
How did the Chang'an - Tian-Shan Corridor contribute to globalization despite the lack of modern technology?
- Through the exchange of advanced weaponry between different regions
- By facilitating the transfer of goods and ideas between the East and West (correct)
- By establishing modern communication networks
- By promoting traditional art forms along the Silk Road
What geographical challenges did travelers face along the Chang'an - Tian-Shan Corridor?
What geographical challenges did travelers face along the Chang'an - Tian-Shan Corridor?
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In addition to silk and spices, what was another valuable commodity traded along the Chang'an - Tian-Shan Corridor?
In addition to silk and spices, what was another valuable commodity traded along the Chang'an - Tian-Shan Corridor?
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Which city was NOT mentioned as an ancient settlement located along the Chang'an - Tian-Shan Corridor?
Which city was NOT mentioned as an ancient settlement located along the Chang'an - Tian-Shan Corridor?
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What was unique about the Chang'an - Tian-Shan Corridor's inclusion on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2014?
What was unique about the Chang'an - Tian-Shan Corridor's inclusion on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2014?
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