5 Questions
When was the Silk Road network active?
From the second century BCE until the mid-15th century
What was the primary commodity that gave the Silk Road its name?
Silk textiles
Who initiated the Silk Road network's expansion into Central Asia?
Han dynasty
What was the approximate length of the Silk Road network?
Over 6,400 kilometers (4,000 miles)
What is the modern alternative term favored by some historians for the Silk Road?
Silk Routes
Test your knowledge of the ancient trade network known as the Silk Road with this quiz. Explore its historical significance, the goods and ideas exchanged, and the impact on global connections between East and West.
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