What was the primary purpose of the Silk Road? Military conquest Cultural exchange Trade and commerce Religious pilgrimage None Which city was a major hub along the Silk Road in ancient China? Beijing Xi'an Shanghai Chengdu None What was a common item traded along the Silk Road? Potatoes Glassware Silk Cotton None Which of the following was NOT a primary trade route of the Silk Road? The Northern Route The Southern Route The Maritime Route The Trans-Saharan Route None Which empire's rise significantly impacted the Silk Road trade in the 13th century? The Byzantine Empire The Roman Empire The Mongol Empire The Ottoman Empire None Time's up
