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Flashcards: Nomadic Empires 60 Flashcards 
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What historical figure united the Mongol tribes and became their leader in 1206? |
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Genghis Khan  |
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Genghis Khan's original name was ___. |
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Temujin  |
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True or False: The Mongols produced a significant amount of literature about their own culture. |
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False; the Mongols produced little literature and relied on external sources.  |
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The Great Wall of China was built primarily as a response to threats from ___ and other nomadic groups. |
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Nomadic raids  |
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Fill in the blank: Genghis Khan formed alliances with ___, ___, and ___ to strengthen his power. |
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Boghurchu, Jamuqa, Ong Khan |
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What was the primary military strategy that contributed to the success of Genghis Khan's campaigns? |
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The use of speed and mobility through horse riding and rapid shooting archers.  |
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Riddle: I am a massive structure built to protect against nomadic invasions, stretching across land for miles. What am I? |
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The Great Wall of China  |
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True or False: Genghis Khan's political systems were unstable and collapsed shortly after his death. |
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False; his political system was durable and survived his founder.  |
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What was the name of the legal code established by Genghis Khan? |
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Yasa  |
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Fill in the blank: Genghis Khan's military organization included units of ___ soldiers, which were called ___ in Mongolian. |
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10,000; tumen |
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Which empire did Genghis Khan primarily focus on conquering during his campaigns? |
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China  |
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What innovative military technology did Genghis Khan adopt to enhance his siege capabilities? |
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Siege engines and naphtha bombardment |
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Riddle: I am the title given to the ruler who united the Mongols and is known as the 'Oceanic Ruler.' Who am I? |
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Genghis Khan  |
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True or False: Genghis Khan allowed his personal beliefs to dictate public policy in his empire. |
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False; the Mongol rulers did not let their personal beliefs influence public policy. |
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What was the term for the tax that Mongol nomads paid to support the courier system? |
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Qubcur tax  |
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Fill in the blank: The Mongol Empire was characterized by a diverse body of people who spoke ___ languages. |
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Similar  |
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What was the role of the quriltai in Genghis Khan's political system? |
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It was an assembly where decisions regarding campaigns, plunder, and succession were made. |
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Riddle: I am a period of peace that facilitated trade across the Silk Road under Mongol rule. What am I? |
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Pax Mongolica  |
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What type of military units did Genghis Khan create by altering the old tribal groupings? |
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New military units that included different tribes and clans.  |
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True or False: Genghis Khan focused his military campaigns only in Asia, avoiding European territories. |
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False; he also campaigned into Eastern Europe.  |
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What was one of the main reasons Genghis Khan's campaigns against the Khwarazm Empire were triggered? |
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The execution of Mongol ambassadors by Muhammad, Shah of Khwarazm.  |
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Fill in the blank: The Mongol army under Genghis Khan was composed of able-bodied, adult males from ___ and ___ backgrounds. |
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Various tribes and clans |
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What administrative strategy did Genghis Khan employ regarding civil administrators in his empire? |
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He recruited them from conquered lands and deployed them in distant areas.  |
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Riddle: I am the famous leader who transformed steppe combat into a powerful military force, known for my innovative strategies. Who am I? |
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Genghis Khan  |
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What was the significance of the Mongol courier system during Genghis Khan's rule? |
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It connected distant areas, allowing for efficient communication and military coordination.  |
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Fill in the blank: Genghis Khan's conquests led to the destruction of cities such as ___, ___, and ___. |
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Samarqand, Nishapur, Bokhara  |
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What did Genghis Khan do to ensure loyalty among his military leaders? |
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He conferred titles of 'blood brothers' and recognized their close relationships.  |
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True or False: Genghis Khan is remembered solely for his role as a conqueror and destroyer. |
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False; he is also seen as a uniter and a leader who restored trade routes.  |
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What was the role of the paiza in the context of Mongol trade? |
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It was a pass that ensured safe conduct for travelers and traders under Mongol authority.  |
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Genghis Khan was originally named ___ and was born near the Onon river. |
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Temujin  |
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