Gr 10 History Ch 1 SUM: World around 1600
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Who established the Askia dynasty in the Songhai Empire?

  • Zhu Yuanzhang
  • Sonni Ali
  • Muhammad Ture (correct)
  • Hong Wu

What was Muhammad Ture's impact on Timbuktu?

  • He banned Islam
  • He transformed it into a flourishing center of Islamic learning and culture (correct)
  • He established a new capital
  • He destroyed the city

What was the main achievement of Muhammad Ture's administrative reforms?

  • He increased taxes
  • He strengthened the bureaucratic systems (correct)
  • He weakened the bureaucracy
  • He abolished the governor positions

What led to the decline of the Songhai Empire?

<p>Weak leadership and external pressures (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Ming Dynasty in Chinese history?

<p>A golden age of stable governance and economic prosperity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the main feature of Emperor Hong Wu's governance?

<p>Strong central authority (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Ming Code?

<p>It was a comprehensive set of laws that codified criminal and civil statutes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the main goal of Hong Wu's fiscal policies?

<p>To stabilize the agrarian economy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of the Moroccan invasion on the Songhai Empire?

<p>It weakened the empire's administrative structures (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the University of Sankore?

<p>It was a center of Islamic learning and culture (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When did Sonni Ali ascend the throne of the Songhai Empire?

<p>1464 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which city was conquered by Sonni Ali in 1468?

<p>Timbuktu (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a key component of Sonni Ali's military tactics?

<p>Maintaining a formidable fleet of canoes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of Sonni Ali's administrative overhaul?

<p>Centralization of power and integration of diverse regions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant economic reform introduced by Sonni Ali?

<p>Agricultural reforms that boosted food production (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary goal of Sonni Ali's military conquests?

<p>To gain control over trade routes and commercial hubs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a characteristic of Sonni Ali's ground forces?

<p>Equipped with leather shields and iron-clad cavalry (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of Sonni Ali's military innovations and strategies?

<p>Ability to subdue various formidable adversaries (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary purpose of the imperial examination system in the Ming dynasty?

<p>To allow men of non-noble backgrounds to enter the civil service (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of the flourishing internal trade in the Ming dynasty?

<p>The growth of a middle class of merchants and artisans (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the hereditary military caste system established by Hong Wu?

<p>To reduce the burden on the state for the military's upkeep (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Great Wall during the Ming dynasty?

<p>It was an integral part of the military strategy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the Yongle Encyclopedia known for?

<p>It was one of the world's earliest and most extensive encyclopedias (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of Admiral Zheng He's maritime expeditions?

<p>They were used to demonstrate naval strength and for diplomatic and trade engagements (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of the Ming dynasty's shift towards isolationism?

<p>China's influence in the region decreased (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of the Ming dynasty's policies on modern Chinese identity?

<p>It laid the foundations for modern Chinese identity (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who founded the Mughal Empire?

<p>Babur (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the focus of Babur's governance model?

<p>Meritocracy and public grievances (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the linguistic blend that facilitated administration and cultural synthesis in the Mughal Empire?

<p>Persian, Arabic, and Hindi (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the social hierarchy of the Mughal Empire characterized by?

<p>A feudal system with a clear hierarchy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the status of women in the Mughal Empire?

<p>Varied significantly, with noblewomen enjoying privileges and the majority facing social restrictions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a major factor in the decline of the Mughal Empire?

<p>Internal strife and external challenges (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary export of the Mughal Empire?

<p>Textiles, agricultural products, and spices (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant cultural achievement of the Mughal Empire?

<p>The construction of iconic structures such as the Taj Mahal (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the characteristic of the European geopolitical landscape during the late Middle Ages?

<p>A fragmented landscape with numerous small states (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary social and economic structure of European society by 1300?

<p>A feudal system with a hierarchical structure (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of the Black Death on European society?

<p>It caused significant social and economic upheaval, leading to a labor shortage and diminished faith in leadership (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the status of women in European society during the late Middle Ages?

<p>Wealthy women had some legal and social rights, while peasant women faced harsh conditions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant result of the expansion of trade in Europe during the 1400s?

<p>A decline in feudal structures (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who were key figures in the artistic and scientific developments of the Renaissance?

<p>Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant outcome of the Renaissance?

<p>A resurgence in art, literature, and science (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following was NOT a result of the growth of trade in Europe?

<p>A strengthening of feudal structures (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Renaissance for European societies?

<p>A transformation of European societies and the emergence of nation-states (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was a prominent figure in English literature during the Renaissance?

<p>William Shakespeare (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a consequence of the growth of trade and commerce in Europe during the 1400s?

<p>The emergence of merchant guilds to protect economic interests (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant outcome of the Renaissance for global exploration?

<p>The emergence of European nation-states engaged in worldwide exploration and colonization (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a primary goal of Sonni Ali's military conquests?

<p>To gain control over trade routes across the Sahara (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a key component of Sonni Ali's military tactics?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of Sonni Ali's administrative overhaul?

<p>Centralization of power and replacement of tribal chiefs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant economic reform introduced by Sonni Ali?

<p>Implementation of agricultural reforms to boost food production (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of Sonni Ali's military innovations and strategies?

<p>Expansion of the Songhai Empire's territories (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a characteristic of Sonni Ali's ground forces?

<p>Use of iron-clad cavalry and leather shields (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of Timbuktu and Jenne?

<p>They were key commercial hubs for trade across the Sahara (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary goal of Sonni Ali's governance?

<p>To unify the diverse regions of the Songhai Empire (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the characteristic of the European geopolitical landscape during the late Middle Ages?

<p>A fragmented landscape with numerous small states (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary social and economic structure of European society by 1300?

<p>Feudal system with a hierarchy of nobles and peasants (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of the Black Death on European society?

<p>It caused a labor shortage and social and economic upheaval (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the status of women in the Mughal Empire?

<p>They had limited rights, except for noblewomen who enjoyed some privileges (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the linguistic blend that facilitated administration and cultural synthesis in the Mughal Empire?

<p>Persian, Arabic, and Hindi (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the social hierarchy of the Mughal Empire characterized by?

<p>A feudal system with a clear hierarchy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant cultural achievement of the Mughal Empire?

<p>The creation of iconic structures such as Humayun's Tomb and the Taj Mahal (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary export of the Mughal Empire?

<p>Textiles, agricultural products, and opium (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a major factor in the decline of the Mughal Empire?

<p>Internal strife and external challenges (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the expansion of trade in Europe during the 1400s?

<p>An increase in cultural and scientific developments (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the main benefit of Muhammad Ture's agricultural reforms in the Songhai Empire?

<p>Stabilized the economy and increased the empire's wealth (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary focus of the administrative reforms of Hong Wu in the Ming Dynasty?

<p>Establishment of a strong centralized government (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the University of Sankore in the Songhai Empire?

<p>It was a hub of Islamic learning and culture (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the consequences of the Moroccan invasion on the Songhai Empire?

<p>The empire faced weakened central authority and increased vulnerability (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary goal of Muhammad Ture's cultural and religious policies?

<p>To make Islam a cornerstone of his administration (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Ming Code in the Ming Dynasty?

<p>It was a comprehensive set of laws that codified criminal and civil statutes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the Moroccan invasion on Timbuktu?

<p>Timbuktu was captured and its administrative structures were disrupted (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the main characteristic of the governance system established by Hong Wu?

<p>A centralized system where all power emanated from the emperor (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of the Songhai Empire's administrative innovations on its economy?

<p>The economy was stabilized and the empire's wealth increased (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the reign of Muhammad Ture in the Songhai Empire?

<p>It was a period of cultural and religious expansion and growth (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary effect of the expansion of trade in Europe during the 1400s?

<p>The rise of the middle class (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant characteristic of the Renaissance?

<p>A resurgence in art, literature, and science (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following cities was a major trading center during the Renaissance?

<p>Florence (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the growth of trade and commerce in Europe during the 1400s?

<p>The erosion of traditional feudal structures (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant outcome of the Renaissance for European societies?

<p>The transformation of European societies (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Renaissance for global exploration?

<p>It marked the beginning of global exploration (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a characteristic of the European geopolitical landscape during the Renaissance?

<p>The rise of powerful nation-states (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was a prominent figure in English literature during the Renaissance?

<p>William Shakespeare (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a consequence of the imperial examination system in the Ming dynasty?

<p>Men of non-noble backgrounds could enter the civil service and achieve high status. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Great Wall during the Ming dynasty?

<p>It was an integral part of the military strategy and a symbol of China's historical dedication to defense. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a characteristic of the Ming dynasty's cultural achievements?

<p>They included significant contributions to literature, painting, and ceramics. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of the flourishing internal trade in the Ming dynasty?

<p>It fostered a middle class of merchants and artisans. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of Admiral Zheng He's maritime expeditions?

<p>They were demonstrations of naval strength and significant for diplomatic and trade engagements. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of the Ming dynasty's shift towards isolationism?

<p>It reduced China's influence in the region just as European powers began establishing their own trade routes to Asia. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the focus of Babur's governance model?

<p>It emphasized meritocracy and included mechanisms for public grievances. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Mughal Empire in Indian history?

<p>It marked a significant shift in South Asian history, creating the largest empire in Indian history by 1600. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a characteristic of the Mughal Empire's administrative system?

<p>It was a highly centralized administrative system. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of the Mughal Empire's cultural influence?

<p>It facilitated cultural synthesis and had a significant impact on global culture. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary motivation behind Sonni Ali's military campaigns?

<p>To expand the empire's territories and consolidate power (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a key component of Sonni Ali's military fleet?

<p>A fleet of canoes that patrolled the Niger River (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary goal of Sonni Ali's agricultural reforms?

<p>To boost food production and support population centers (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of Sonni Ali's administrative overhaul?

<p>A centralized administrative system was established (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of Timbuktu and Jenne in the Songhai Empire?

<p>They were key commercial hubs for trade across the Sahara (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a characteristic of Sonni Ali's ground forces?

<p>They were equipped with iron-clad cavalry, leather shields, and poisoned arrow shooters (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of Sonni Ali's military innovations and strategies?

<p>The empire expanded its territories and consolidated power (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of Sonni Ali's economic reforms?

<p>Food production increased, supporting population centers (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a key factor in the Songhai Empire's economic stability?

<p>Slave-based agricultural communities (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of the Moroccan invasion of the Songhai Empire?

<p>The capture of Timbuktu and disruption of administrative structures (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant feature of Muhammad Ture's reign?

<p>The promotion of Islam and transformation of Timbuktu into a center of Islamic learning (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a key feature of Emperor Hong Wu's governance?

<p>A strong centralized authority with a vast and efficient bureaucracy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Ming Code?

<p>It was a comprehensive set of laws that codified criminal and civil statutes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary goal of Hong Wu's fiscal policies?

<p>To strengthen the economy through agricultural reforms and state granaries (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the University of Sankore?

<p>It was a center of Islamic learning and scholarship (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What marked the beginning of the decline of the Songhai Empire?

<p>The death of Muhammad Ture (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of the Moroccan invasion of the Songhai Empire?

<p>The capture of Timbuktu and disruption of administrative structures (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant feature of the Ming Dynasty?

<p>A strong centralized authority with a vast and efficient bureaucracy (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What facilitated administration and cultural synthesis in the Mughal Empire?

<p>A blend of Persian, Arabic, and Hindi (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the social hierarchy of the Mughal Empire characterized by?

<p>Feudal system with the emperor at the top (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the status of women in the Mughal Empire?

<p>Varying significantly, with noblewomen enjoying privileges (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a major factor in the decline of the Mughal Empire?

<p>External challenges and internal strife (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary export of the Mughal Empire?

<p>Textiles, agricultural products, and spices (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant cultural achievement of the Mughal Empire?

<p>The construction of iconic structures like the Taj Mahal (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characterized the European geopolitical landscape during the late Middle Ages?

<p>A fragmented landscape with many small states (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary social and economic structure of European society by 1300?

<p>Feudal system with land and power concentrated in the hands of kings and nobles (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of the Black Death on European society?

<p>It led to a labor shortage, social and economic upheaval, and diminished faith in leadership and the church (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the status of women in European society during the late Middle Ages?

<p>Wealthy women had some legal and social rights, while peasant women endured harsh conditions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following cities was NOT a significant trading center in Europe during the 1400s?

<p>London (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant outcome of the growth of trade in Europe during the 1400s?

<p>The erosion of traditional social classes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was a prominent figure in the artistic developments of the Renaissance?

<p>Leonardo da Vinci (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant consequence of the growth of trade and commerce in Europe during the 1400s?

<p>The transformation of European societies (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a primary goal of European explorers during the Renaissance?

<p>To explore new territories and establish colonies (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant outcome of the Renaissance for global exploration?

<p>The establishment of European colonies worldwide (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a characteristic of the new middle class that emerged during the Renaissance?

<p>They were merchants and traders who achieved wealth regardless of social class (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant innovation in trade during the Renaissance?

<p>The emergence of capitalist attitudes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary purpose of the imperial examination system in the Ming dynasty?

<p>To allow men of non-noble backgrounds to enter the civil service (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant outcome of the flourishing internal trade in the Ming dynasty?

<p>The rise of a middle class of merchants and artisans (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Great Wall during the Ming dynasty?

<p>It was a symbol of China's historical dedication to defense (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a characteristic of the Mughal Empire's government structure?

<p>It was a highly centralized administrative system (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of Admiral Zheng He's maritime expeditions?

<p>They were significant for diplomatic and trade engagements (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of the Ming dynasty's shift towards isolationism?

<p>It reduced China's influence in the region (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary goal of Babur's governance model?

<p>To emphasize meritocracy and include mechanisms for public grievances (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant cultural achievement of the Mughal Empire?

<p>The flourishment of literature and arts (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of the Ming dynasty's policies on modern Chinese identity?

<p>It laid the foundations for modern Chinese identity and governance (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Yongle Encyclopedia?

<p>It was one of the world's earliest and most extensive encyclopedias (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was Muhammad Ture's primary objective in promoting Islam in the Songhai Empire?

<p>To create a cultural and intellectual hub in Timbuktu (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the main consequence of the Moroccan invasion of the Songhai Empire?

<p>The empire's administrative structures were heavily disrupted (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a key feature of Emperor Hong Wu's governance in the Ming Dynasty?

<p>A strong centralized government with a powerful emperor (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary goal of Emperor Hong Wu's fiscal policies in the Ming Dynasty?

<p>To stabilize the agrarian economy and support the needy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant impact of the decline of the Songhai Empire?

<p>The fragmentation of the empire into smaller kingdoms (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a key feature of the Ming Code established during Hong Wu's reign?

<p>A comprehensive set of laws with a structured approach (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary significance of the University of Sankore in Timbuktu?

<p>A center of Islamic learning and culture (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the Moroccan invasion of the Songhai Empire in 1591?

<p>The empire's capital city, Timbuktu, was captured and occupied (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary goal of Muhammad Ture's administrative reforms in the Songhai Empire?

<p>To strengthen the central authority and control (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Songhai Empire in West African history?

<p>It was a powerful empire that dominated West Africa (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What facilitated social mobility in the Ming dynasty?

<p>Imperial examination system (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary purpose of the maritime expeditions led by Admiral Zheng He?

<p>To demonstrate naval strength (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characterized the Mughal Empire's government structure?

<p>Highly centralized system (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant cultural achievement of the Ming dynasty?

<p>Compilation of the Yongle Encyclopedia (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the Ming dynasty's shift towards isolationism?

<p>Reduced influence in the region (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Great Wall during the Ming dynasty?

<p>Integral part of the military strategy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a characteristic of the Ming dynasty's urban growth?

<p>Flourishing internal trade (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a key component of Emperor Hong Wu's military reforms?

<p>Professional army (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant technological innovation during the Ming dynasty?

<p>Improvements in printing techniques (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a characteristic of the Mughal Empire's society?

<p>Rigid social hierarchy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant consequence of the growth of trade in Europe during the 1400s?

<p>The decline of feudalism and the emergence of a new middle class. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a characteristic of the societal shift during the Renaissance?

<p>A cultural shift towards humanism and individualism. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant outcome of the Renaissance for global exploration?

<p>The expansion of European horizons globally. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant development in banking during the 1400s?

<p>The emergence of a new middle class of merchants and traders. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant feature of the art and science of the Renaissance?

<p>The emergence of iconic works by figures like Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant result of the growth of trade and commerce in Europe?

<p>The erosion of traditional feudal structures. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant feature of the literature of the Renaissance?

<p>The emergence of figures like William Shakespeare. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant result of the transformation of feudalism?

<p>The emergence of a new middle class. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary reason for Songhai's expansion under Sonni Ali's rule?

<p>To gain control over the trans-Saharan trade routes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of Timbuktu and Jenne in Sonni Ali's conquests?

<p>They were key commercial hubs for trade across the Sahara (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of Sonni Ali's administrative overhaul on the empire?

<p>It resulted in the integration of diverse regions under a unified authority (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary outcome of Sonni Ali's military innovations and strategies?

<p>The subjugation of various formidable adversaries throughout the region (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of Sonni Ali's agricultural reforms?

<p>They boosted food production and supported population centers (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary characteristic of Sonni Ali's ground forces?

<p>They were equipped with leather shields, iron-clad cavalry, and poisoned arrow shooters (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary function of Sonni Ali's fleet of canoes?

<p>To patrol the Niger River and control trade routes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary goal of Sonni Ali's military conquests?

<p>To gain control over the trans-Saharan trade routes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary purpose of the emperor's position in the Mughal Empire's social hierarchy?

<p>To oversee the administration of the vast populace (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary factor that contributed to the decline of the Mughal Empire?

<p>The internal strife and external challenges (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the observatories established by the Mughals?

<p>They were pioneers in astronomy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary characteristic of the European geopolitical landscape during the late Middle Ages?

<p>A loose federation of territories with a fragmented system (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary social and economic structure of European society by 1300?

<p>A feudal system with land and power concentrated in the hands of kings, nobility, and the higher echelons of the Catholic Church (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary impact of the Black Death on European society?

<p>It led to a labor shortage, diminished faith in leadership and the church, and influenced cultural expressions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the status of women in European society during the late Middle Ages?

<p>Wealthy women had some legal and social rights, while peasant women endured harsh conditions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary export of the Mughal Empire?

<p>Textiles, agricultural products, and indigo (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Taj Mahal in the Mughal Empire?

<p>It was a symbol of eternal love built by Shah Jahan (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary purpose of the British East India Company's involvement in the Mughal Empire?

<p>To capitalize on the decline of the Mughal Empire and take over Indian territories (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the main impact of Muhammad Ture's reign on the Songhai Empire's economy?

<p>It stabilized the economy and increased the empire's wealth. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of Timbuktu during Muhammad Ture's reign?

<p>It was a major center of Islamic learning and culture. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the main feature of Emperor Hong Wu's governance in the Ming Dynasty?

<p>A highly centralized system with all power emanating from the emperor. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Ming Code?

<p>It was a comprehensive set of laws that codified criminal and civil statutes. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary goal of Hong Wu's fiscal policies?

<p>To strengthen the economy through agricultural reforms and social welfare programs. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of the Moroccan invasion of the Songhai Empire?

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What was the significance of the University of Sankore?

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What was the main impact of the decline of the Songhai Empire?

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What was the significance of the Ming Dynasty in Chinese history?

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What was the main factor that contributed to the decline of the Songhai Empire?

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What was the primary purpose of the imperial examination system in the Ming dynasty?

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What was the main characteristic of the Ming military during the reign of Hong Wu?

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What was the significance of the Great Wall during the Ming dynasty?

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What was the main achievement of the Yongle Encyclopedia?

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What was the primary goal of Admiral Zheng He's maritime expeditions?

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What was the result of the Ming dynasty's shift towards isolationism?

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What was the primary focus of Babur's governance model in the Mughal Empire?

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What was the significance of the Mughal Empire in Indian history?

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What was the primary characteristic of the Mughal Empire's administrative system?

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What was a significant cultural achievement of the Mughal Empire?

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Which of the following was a significant outcome of the growth of trade in Europe during the 1400s?

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What was the primary goal of European exploration during the Renaissance?

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What was a significant cultural achievement of the Renaissance?

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Who was a prominent figure in English literature during the Renaissance?

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What was the significance of the Renaissance for European societies?

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What was a consequence of the growth of trade and commerce in Europe during the 1400s?

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What was a significant outcome of the Renaissance for global exploration?

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What was the significance of innovations in trade during this period?

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What was the primary factor that contributed to Songhai's expansion during Sonni Ali's reign?

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What was the significance of the Niger River for Songhai's economy?

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What was the outcome of Sonni Ali's administrative overhaul?

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What was a characteristic of Sonni Ali's ground forces?

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What was the focus of Sonni Ali's economic reforms?

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What was the significance of Timbuktu and Jenne for Songhai's economy?

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What was the result of Sonni Ali's military innovations and strategies?

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What was a key component of Sonni Ali's military tactics?

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What was the main characteristic of the Mughal Empire's social hierarchy?

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What was the linguistic blend that facilitated administration and cultural synthesis in the Mughal Empire?

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What was the primary export of the Mughal Empire?

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What was the significance of the Black Death on European society?

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What was the characteristic of the European geopolitical landscape during the late Middle Ages?

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What was the primary social and economic structure of European society by 1300?

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What was the status of women in European society during the late Middle Ages?

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What was a significant outcome of the Renaissance for European societies?

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What was the status of women in the Mughal Empire?

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