AP World- AMSCO 2.2 The Mongol Empire and the Modern World verified to pass 2023/2024

AP World- AMSCO 2.2 The Mongol Empire and the Modern WorldWho were the Mongols? - correct answers They were a group of pastoral nomads in E and C Asia (Mongolia) that were skilled horse riders and archers. They attacked and conquered surrounding tribes/kingdoms in 1200s to 1300s bc they coveted wealth from Silk Road trade. What did the Mongols expect of everyone (male and female)? - correct answers To become skilled horse riders and to have courage in hunting and warfare. Who was Gengis Khan? - correct answers The Mongol leader, originally named Temujin. How did Genghis Khan spend his early life? - correct answers Creating tribal alliances, defeating neighboring groups, and was intensely focused on building power. He considered personal loyalty the best way to run his kingdom (sometimes elevated strangers over family if they were better at something). When did Genghis Khan earn his reputation as a terrifying warrior? - correct answers When he attacked the powerful Jin empire; anyone who resisted him was brutally killed in retribution. What was Genghis Khan like at war? - correct answers His warriors were very strong and disciplined. He developed an efficient command structure. Used surprise and craft military strategies. He recruited those that were useful for the Mongol empire and killed those that weren't (Aristocrats). He also made sure that they incorporated new tech when they conquered people, like siege weapons after conquering China and Persia. What was Pax Mongolica? - correct answers A period between the 13th and 14th centuries where there was Mongolian peace. They were religiously tolerant, revitalized interregional trade, and built a system of roads. Who were Batu and the Golden Horde? - correct answers Batu was the son of Khan's oldest son, and he led an army that was called the Golden Horde. He conquered small Russian kingdoms and forced them to pay tribute, and then they even pushed more westward. How did the Mongols rule northern Russia? - correct answers By working through existing Russian rulers who sent regular tributes. When did Mongol influence (in Russia) begin to decline? - correct answers When an anti-Mongol coalition among the Russian city-states managed to defeat the Golden Horde. How was Russia impacted by the Mongols? - correct answers It led to an improved military organization, a more centralized leadership, and more distinct Russian culture (because of ties severed from EU). Who was Hulegu? What did he do? - correct answers Genghis Khan's grandson, and he invaded the rich centers of Islamic civilizations Who was Kublai Khan and what did he do? - correct answers He conquered China w/ the Mongols, and adopted many Chinese customs. He created the Yuan Dynasty. He brought prosperity to China and improved trade, but also alienated Chinese by hiring foreigners, dismantling civil service exams, and promoting Buddhists and Daoists. What did Kublai Khan try and fail at? - correct answers Conquering Japan, Indochina, Burma, and Java. How was the Yuan dynasty overthrown? - correct answers The secret White Lotus society had been organizing before a Buddhist monk finally led a revolt that overthrew them and founded the Ming Dynasty. Mongol conquered a larger area than... - correct answers the Romans, and they had a well-earned bloody reputation. The Mongols empire was... - correct answers the largest continuous land empire in history. What did the Mongols do during the Pax Mongolica? - correct answers Revitalized interregional trade in Asia, Middle East, Africa, and Europe, built a system of roads, maintained and guarded the trade routes.