Question

Read the excerpt from chapter 8 of The Travels of Marco Polo. Let us go on now to tell of a large city which forms part of the province of Aden but has a petty ruler of its own. This city, which lies about 400 miles north-west of the port of Aden, is called Shihr. It is ruled by a count, who maintains strict justice in his domain. He has several cities and towns under his sway but is himself subject to the sultan of Aden. The people are Saracens and worship Mahomet. The city has a very good port; for I assure you that many merchant-ships come here well loaded with goods from India, and from here they export many goods to India. In particular they export innumerable fine chargers and sturdy pack-horses of great worth and price, on which the merchants make a handsome profit. What are most likely the author's purposes for writing this text? Select two options

Answer 1

Marco Polo wrote to document trade activity and to spark curiosity in explorers, with the influence of his accounts evident in the inspiration of explorers like Columbus.

Step-by-step explanation:

Marco Polo's purposes for writing the excerpt from chapter 8 of The Travels of Marco Polo likely encompass documenting the vibrant trade and cultural exchanges of his era, as well as inciting curiosity and ambition in potential explorers and traders. The excerpt emphasizes both the economic activity in the city of Shihr and its connection to a broader trade network expanding across India, further highlighting the significance of commerce in establishing cross-cultural connections.

By detailing the wealth and the import-export activities, Polo aims to share knowledge about the interconnectedness of various regions and the opportunities for trade. His writings would later inspire explorers like Christopher Columbus to seek new trade routes and adventures, showcasing the influence of Polo's accounts on future maritime exploration.

Answer 2

sorry this is late but to inform readers by describing the city of Shihr, and to inform readers by giving facts about the ruler of Shihr

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