What was one reason for Genghis Khan’s success as a military leader?
1. He ruthlessly destroyed all Mongol clans except his own.
2. He organized the Mongol Army into an efficient fighting force.
3. He built goodwill by treating conquered peoples with mercy.
4. He divided his empire into four military districts called khanates.
2. He organized the Mongol Army into an efficient fighting force.
Why did Yongle move the capital to Beijing?
1. to control trade across the Mongol empire
2. to strengthen ties with lands outside China
3. to strengthen Ming rule over southern China
4. to protect against future Mongol invasions
4. to protect against future Mongol invasions
How did culture change during the Yuan dynasty? Select the two correct answers.
1. The Silk Road reopened and trade was revived.
2. Foreigners were forbidden to interact with people.
3. Merchants were given higher status in society.
3. Social order was centralized and everyone had equal status.
4. Local officials ruled and served in key government positions.
1. The Silk Road reopened and trade was revived.
3. Merchants were given higher status in society.