Question

1. what role did the mongols play in the spread of ideas, goods, and diseases like the black death? short answer - 2 - 3 sentences 9. how did the mongols treat the cultures and religions of the people they conquered? a) they forced everyone to convert to islam. b) they destroyed all local traditions. c) they often tolerated different religions and customs. d) they isolated conquered peoples.

Explanation:

For question 8, the Mongols facilitated trade and cultural exchange across Eurasia. Their vast empire connected different regions, enabling the spread of ideas, goods (like silk), and diseases (such as the Black Death) through their relatively safe trade routes.
For question 9, the Mongols often tolerated different religions and customs. They did not force conversion to a single religion (ruling out option A), nor did they destroy all local traditions (ruling out B) or isolate conquered peoples (ruling out D). They recognized the value of diverse cultures within their empire.

Answer:

1. The Mongols facilitated trade and cultural exchange across Eurasia, enabling the spread of ideas, goods, and diseases.
2. C. They often tolerated different religions and customs.