Recap - Week 23

A voyage is ...

• a cruise on a river
• a journey by sea
• a trip by land
• a journey by air

People explore to .....

• Find resources

• Trade

• Conquer and Adventure

• All of the above

Marco Polo was ....

• a famous painter from Florence.
• a legendary king of England.
• a renowned scientist from Greece.
• a Venetian merchant and explorer.

Marco Polo's greatest achievement was ....

• his exploration of the Americas
• his role in the Renaissance
• his travels to Asia and the documentation of his experiences.
• his invention of the compass

The Silk Road was ....

• an ancient network of trade routes connecting the East and West
• a type of silk fabric used in clothing
• a famous historical novel
• a modern shipping route for global trade

How did the Silk Road influence global trade and cultural exchange?

• The Silk Road had no impact on cultural exchange between regions.
• The Silk Road was primarily a maritime trade route connecting only coastal cities.
• The Silk Road only facilitated the trade of silk and spices.
• The Silk Road influenced global trade by connecting diverse regions and promoting the exchange of goods and culture.

Who was Kubali Khan?

• Kublai Khan was a Mongol emperor and the founder of the Yuan dynasty in China.
• A legendary figure in Japanese folklore
• A famous Chinese philosopher
• A ruler of the Roman Empire

What were some of the things that Marco Polo saw in Asia?

• Marco Polo discovered the Americas and its native tribes.
• He encountered dinosaurs and ancient civilizations.
• Marco Polo saw the compass, paper money, percaline, and diverse cultures.

• Marco Polo only traveled through Europe and never visited Asia.

A Caravan is ....

• A type of musical instrument.
• A large animal used for transportation.
• A group of travelers

• A style of painting.

People need to explore to find resources because ....

• resources can be obtained without any searching
• exploring is unnecessary for resource discovery
• resources are often not located in one place and require searching different areas to discover them. Resources can also run out.

• resources are always found in the same location