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Who took over northern China in 1260?
Who took over northern China in 1260?
How did the Mongols overcome the challenge of moving quickly in southern China?
How did the Mongols overcome the challenge of moving quickly in southern China?
What does 'Yuan' mean?
What does 'Yuan' mean?
How did Kublai Khan show his intention to honor Chinese traditions?
How did Kublai Khan show his intention to honor Chinese traditions?
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What was one significant change Kublai Khan made to China's government?
What was one significant change Kublai Khan made to China's government?
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Which group was at the top of the new social order created under the Mongols?
Which group was at the top of the new social order created under the Mongols?
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What major event marked the Mongols gaining full control of China?
What major event marked the Mongols gaining full control of China?
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'Yuan' dynasty was declared by Kublai Khan in which year?
'Yuan' dynasty was declared by Kublai Khan in which year?
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Study Notes
Mongol Conquest of China
- In 1260, the Mongols took over northern China.
Overcoming Challenges in Southern China
- The Mongols overcame the challenge of moving quickly in southern China by using river systems and building pontoon bridges.
The Meaning of 'Yuan'
- 'Yuan' means 'origin' or 'beginning'.
Kublai Khan's Honor for Chinese Traditions
- Kublai Khan showed his intention to honor Chinese traditions by adopting Chinese ceremonies, rituals, and imperial practices.
Changes to China's Government
- One significant change Kublai Khan made to China's government was the creation of a new capital, Dadu (modern-day Beijing).
Social Order Under the Mongols
- The Mongols and other foreigners were at the top of the new social order created under the Mongols.
The Yuan Dynasty
- The Yuan dynasty was declared by Kublai Khan in 1271.
- The Mongols gaining full control of China marked the start of the Yuan dynasty.
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Test your knowledge on the Yuan Dynasty and the Mongol conquest of the Southern Song in China. Learn about Kublai Khan's strategies and the challenges faced during the conquest.
