Karakhanid Khanate: History and Society

The video explores the city of Tashbulak, discovered in 2011, highlighting its historical significance as a Silk Road city under the Karakhanid Khanate. The use of ground-penetrating radar has provided insights into its layout. Tashbulak was notable for its production of high carbon steel, which played a crucial role in historical conflicts. The city also saw cultural advancements, with influences from Persian architecture. However, the Qaraqanids' shift from a nomadic lifestyle to a settled civilization led to their decline, as they became unsustainable and rigid.

What technology was used to map the layout of Tashbulak?

• Ground-penetrating radar

• Satellite imagery

• Sonar mapping

• Aerial photography

Which nomadic empire controlled Tashbulak during its unique period?

• Karakhanid Khanate

• Mongol Empire

• Ottoman Empire

• Roman Empire

What was a significant product traded by the Karakhanid Khanate?

• High carbon steel

• Spices

• Gold

• Silk

Why was high carbon steel important during the Karakhanid Khanate era?

• It was a primary ingredient in food.

• It was used for making pottery.

• It was a key material for weapons.

• It was used for building roads.

What type of structures did the Karakhanid Khanate build with Persian architects?

• Mausolea

• Temples

• Castles

• Bridges

Which professions were present in the Karakhanid Khanate society?

• Painters and sculptors

• Sailors and merchants

• Poets and astronomers

• Farmers and blacksmiths

What was the primary focus of the Karakhanid Khanate's economic drive?

• Agriculture

• Trade and civilization participation

• Military conquest

• Religious expansion

What was a major reason for the decline of the Karakhanid Khanate?

• Economic collapse

• Invasion by the Mongols

• Natural disasters

• Over-assimilation and loss of nomadic roots

What happened to the networks of the Karakhanid Khanate as they declined?

• They were taken over by other empires.

• They froze and became inactive.

• They expanded rapidly.

• They became more efficient.

How long did Tashbulak last as a city?

• 100 years

• 200 years

• 300 years

• 400 years