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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through From China to India.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Chapter 21, what type of tree grew in the province of Timochain?
(a) Tree of the people.
(b) Tree of the sun.
(c) Tree of the salt.
(d) Tree of the water.

2. Tartars mostly survived on ____________ while on an expedition.
(a) Berries.
(b) Barley.
(c) Meat.
(d) Milk.

3. What were sold in Basman as pygmies?
(a) Very diminutive old men.
(b) Monkeys.
(c) Very diminutive boys.
(d) Very small, shaved Negritos.

4. What was used for currency in Tholoman?
(a) Porcelain shells.
(b) Notched wood.
(c) Special stones.
(d) Stamped paper.

5. What animal was bred in the province of Karaian that was considered the best?
(a) Horses.
(b) Falcons.
(c) Goats.
(d) Cattle.

Short Answer Questions

1. Gold and Silver were traded in Kardandan. How much gold saggio could be traded for five of sliver?

2. Kubilai Khan fought a great battle with whom?

3. Trade-routes were costly to follow, so high value commodities like ________________ were needed to make a profit on the way.

4. What big animal was found in Bangala?

5. What did the grand khan require be planted on the sides of roads?

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