Question

locations of the worlds major cities, 200 - 1900 ce
data adapted from david wilkinson, cities, civilizations and oikumenes, comparative civilizations review: vols. 27 and 28; nos. 27 and 28, 1992 - 1993

1. the changes in the distribution of cities in the period 1200 to 1400 c.e. best support which of the following conclusions? (a) the mongol conquests had a more disruptive impact on the middle east and central asia than they had on east asia. (b) the emergence of the ottoman empire significantly increased the percentage of major urban centers in europe. (c) the adoption of champa rice during the song dynasty significantly increased the share of chinas urban population. (d) the outbreaks of bubonic plague greatly reduced urban populations across eurasia.
2. which of the following resulted from the fragmentation of the mongol empire following the death of genghis khan? (a) the collapse of the byzantine empire. (b) the development of khanates in central asia. (c) the spread of islam into east asia. (d) increased trade between africa and asia.
3. before 1450 c.e. which of the following is true of sub - saharan africas commercial economy? (a) phoenician merchants controlled most of the long - distance trade of sub - saharan africa. (b) the mali—great zimbabwe trade route dominated the economy of sub - saharan africa. (c) sub - saharan africa exported gold to the middle east and europe. (d) the sahara desert prevented sub - saharan traders from participating in long - distance trade.

Explanation:

• Question 5: During 1200 - 1400 CE, the Mongol conquests had a more severe impact on the Middle - East and Central Asia in terms of urban centers compared to East Asia. The bar chart shows a decline in the proportion of urban centers in the Middle - East/North Africa/Central Asia region during this period, which aligns with the disruptions caused by Mongol invasions.
• Question 6: After Genghis Khan's death, the Mongol Empire fragmented, leading to the development of khanates in Central Asia. These khanates were semi - independent states that emerged as a result of the power struggles and territorial divisions within the empire.
• Question 7: Before 1450 CE, sub - Saharan Africa was known for its gold exports to the Middle East and Europe. The trans - Saharan trade routes facilitated the exchange of gold, among other goods, between sub - Saharan Africa and these regions.

Answer:

1. A. The Mongol conquests had a more disruptive impact on the Middle East and Central Asia than they had on East Asia.
2. B. The development of khanates in Central Asia
3. C. Sub - Saharan Africa exported gold to the Middle East and Europe.