Question

One important impact of the Mongol expansion

across Asia and Europe was the
(1) increased authority of the Kievan princes
(2) rise in trade along the Silk Roads
(3) introduction of Hinduism into Chinese
culture
(4) maritime exploration of the Arabian seacoast

Answer 1

The correct answer is "2".

The Mongol Empire was the largest land empire in history. It originates in present-day Mongolia. At its peak, it stretched from Eastern Europe to the Sea of Japan.

The Mongols were very supportive of trade. They engaged in the maintenance of trade routes that linked lands in the Mediterranean basin to China. This route would become to be known as "The Silk Road". This famous route would be later used by Marco Polo.

Answer 2

One important impact of the Mongol expansion across Asia and Europe was the "(2) rise in trade along the Silk Roads" but it should be noted there were others as well.