3 - Nomadic Empires
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Practice Questions
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What contradiction does the term 'nomadic empires' present?
💡 Hint: Consider the meanings of both terms.
Who is Genghis Khan?
💡 Hint: Think about the leader who significantly expanded the Mongol territories.
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What is the meaning of 'Pax Mongolica'?
💡 Hint: Think about how peace influences economic activity.
True or False: The Mongol Empire was characterized by a singular ethnic and cultural background.
💡 Hint: Consider the diversity of conquered peoples.
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Evaluate how nomadic strategies influenced the governance structure of the Mongol Empire. Consider both adaptation and imposition of authority in your response.
💡 Hint: Think about the balance between maintaining nomadic identity and governing sedentary populations.
Critically assess the writings of sedentary historists on nomadic cultures. How do you think these accounts shape modern perceptions of nomadic empires like that of the Mongols?
💡 Hint: Reflect on examples of historical accounts and their interpretations.
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