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What was the main factor that led to the loss of self-sufficiency in many local societies?
What was the main factor that led to the loss of self-sufficiency in many local societies?
- The introduction of imported scarce foods (correct)
- The spread of disease through trade
- The specialization of workers in producing luxury goods
- The encouragement of trade by political leaders
What was the main reason why silk became a symbol of high status in Africa, China, and the Byzantine Empire?
What was the main reason why silk became a symbol of high status in Africa, China, and the Byzantine Empire?
- It was used as currency in Central Asia
- It was produced using advanced technology
- It was worn as a fashion statement by rural women
- It was given as gifts by Buddhist and Christian merchants (correct)
What was the main impact of the Silk Roads on the spread of Buddhism?
What was the main impact of the Silk Roads on the spread of Buddhism?
- It resulted in the spread of Buddhism through central and east Asia (correct)
- It caused outrage due to the revealing clothing worn by women
- It led to the creation of monasteries along the Silk Roads
- It led to the conversion of many peasants to Buddhism
