Mongol Empire Quiz

What was the Mongol Empire’s greatest achievement regarding its size?

• It was the smallest empire.

• It was the largest contiguous land empire.

• It was the largest sea-based empire.

• It only covered Europe.

Who was the leader that united the Mongols and established the empire?

• Kublai Khan

• Genghis Khan

• Ogedei Khan

• Batu Khan

What was the Mongols' approach to religion within their empire?

• They banned all religions except Tengriism.

• They allowed all religions to flourish.

• They only accepted Buddhism.

• They forced everyone to convert to Christianity.

Who or what did Genghis Khan believe called him to conquer the world?

• His family

• His people

• Tenggeri (the Eternal Blue Sky)

• His allies

How was succession to the position of Great Khan decided?

• Automatically to the eldest son

• A vote by all Mongol people

• By consensus among leaders

• The Khan chose his successor

Why did the Mongols live a nomadic lifestyle?

• They believed it brought spiritual benefits.

• The landscape required constant migration for resources.

• They only wanted to escape enemies.

• They lacked any sense of settlement.

What is one of the cultural contributions of the Yuan Dynasty under Mongol rule?

• It focused solely on military expansion.

• It introduced new science and cultural advancements.

• It discouraged trade with other regions.

• It only focused on farming.

What happened to the Mongol Empire after internal conflicts?

• It remained united under a single leader.

• It fragmented into four separate empires.

• It was conquered by the Chinese.

• It expanded further into Europe.

How did the Mongols generally treat the people they conquered?

• They forced them to adopt Mongol culture completely.

• They allowed them to maintain their own customs and beliefs.

• They exiled them from their lands.

• They only allowed them to serve as slaves.

What role did family and supplies play in Mongol armies?

• Families and supplies stayed in central camps.

• Families provided important support, including supplies.

• Only supplies were brought along with no family involvement.

• Supplies were obtained only from conquered lands.