Name these three people groups. What do they have in common?
Parthians, Huns, & Avars; nomads of the Pontic/Eurasian Steppe.
Give us two highlights from the Mongol Empire.
Wow, you really know your stuff! / Sorry, we were looking for...
Why did the Mongols attack the Muslim Khwarazm?
They killed Mongol merchants and ambassadors/emissaries.
How did the Mongols intimidate their enemies into surrendering during a siege?
White, red, and black tent system; psychological warfare.
Tell us two facts about Mongol culture.
Wow, you really know your stuff! / Sorry, we were looking for...
What was the Mongols' favorite weapon to wield? Why was it so effective?
Composite yew wood bows; sturdy, strong, long-ranged, yet light and small (easy to handle on horseback).
Explain the organization of the Mongol army.
Arban, Jegun, Mingan, Tumen, etc.
Describe a Mongol battle tactic.
Feigned Retreat, Fabian Tactics, Caracole (Carousel/Merry-Go-Round), Open-the-End, etc.
How did the Mongols influence trade?
The Silk Road.
If you could choose just one thing that you think made the Mongols so successful, what would it be and why?
Cool, thanks for sharing! / Wow, do you really not know?
