APWH Unit 2 Vocab

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Silk Roads

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A network of trade routes connecting the East and West, significant for cultural, commercial, and technological exchange.

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Junk ships

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Large, sturdy ships used by the Chinese for trade and exploration, especially during the Song and Ming dynasties.

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Camel saddle

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An innovation that allowed for more efficient transport of goods across desert regions, crucial for Trans-Saharan trade.

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Yuan Dynasty

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A dynasty in China established by the Mongols under Kublai Khan, known for its trade expansion and cultural exchanges.

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Mansa Musa

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The emperor of the Mali Empire, known for his wealth and pilgrimage to Mecca, which showcased the prosperity of his empire.

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Trans-Saharan Trade

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Trade routes across the Sahara desert, connecting West Africa to the Mediterranean and the Middle East.

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Caravanserai

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Roadside inns along trade routes where travelers and merchants could rest and resupply.

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Ibn Battuta

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A Moroccan explorer known for his extensive travels across Africa, Asia, and Europe, documenting his journeys.

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Bubonic Plague

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A deadly pandemic that spread along trade routes, significantly impacting populations in Europe and Asia.

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Il-khanate

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A division of the Mongol Empire, located in Persia, known for its cultural and scientific achievements.