Question

Trade increased in Europe because of the interest in eastern goods created by

1. Marco polo's book
2. Recapture of Constantinople by the Byzantines
3. the crusades
4. Both Marco Polo's book and the crusades

Answer 1

Hi,

-The correct answer should be "option 4," Trade in Europe increased due to the interest in eastern goods generated by "both Marco Polo's book and the Crusades."

• 1. Marco Polo's book: Marco Polo was a Venetian merchant and explorer who traveled extensively in Asia during the 13th century. His book, "The Travels of Marco Polo," described his adventures and experiences in China and other parts of the East. This book captured the imagination of European readers and sparked a curiosity about the wealth and exotic goods found in the East. It inspired many European merchants and explorers to seek out new trade routes to access these goods.

• 2. The Crusades: The Crusades were a series of military campaigns undertaken by European Christians during the Middle Ages to regain control of the Holy Land from Muslim forces. These military expeditions resulted in increased contact between Europeans and the peoples and cultures of the Middle East. European soldiers, merchants, and pilgrims who traveled to the Holy Land encountered a wide range of goods and products that were not readily available in Europe. This exposure to new and exotic items ignited a desire for eastern goods in Europe, leading to an increased demand for trade.

By combining the influence of Marco Polo's book, which showcased the riches and possibilities of the East, with the exposure to eastern goods during the Crusades, European traders were motivated to explore and establish new trade routes. These routes, such as the Silk Road, connected Europe to the markets of Asia and facilitated the exchange of goods, ideas, and technologies. Consequently, trade flourished in Europe, leading to economic growth, cultural exchange, and the establishment of powerful trading cities such as Venice and Genoa.

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Answer 2

Trade increased in Europe because of the interest in eastern goods created by "4. Both Marco Polo's book and the crusades" since these opened up the possibility of new and improved trading routes.