Exchange in the Indian Ocean - AP World History: Modern
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Identify the primary goods traded from East Africa in the Indian Ocean network.
Identify the primary goods traded from East Africa in the Indian Ocean network.
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Gold, ivory, and slaves. East Africa's natural resources were highly valued by Asian and Middle Eastern traders.
Gold, ivory, and slaves. East Africa's natural resources were highly valued by Asian and Middle Eastern traders.
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Which technology was crucial for navigation in the Indian Ocean trade?
Which technology was crucial for navigation in the Indian Ocean trade?
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The astrolabe. Measured altitude of celestial bodies to determine position and direction at sea.
The astrolabe. Measured altitude of celestial bodies to determine position and direction at sea.
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Which type of ship was commonly used in the Indian Ocean trade?
Which type of ship was commonly used in the Indian Ocean trade?
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The dhow. Triangular lateen sails allowed sailing against the wind in monsoon conditions.
The dhow. Triangular lateen sails allowed sailing against the wind in monsoon conditions.
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Name the seasonal winds that facilitated trade in the Indian Ocean.
Name the seasonal winds that facilitated trade in the Indian Ocean.
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Monsoon winds. Predictable seasonal wind patterns enabled reliable round-trip voyages.
Monsoon winds. Predictable seasonal wind patterns enabled reliable round-trip voyages.
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Which city became a major trading hub in the Indian Ocean during the medieval period?
Which city became a major trading hub in the Indian Ocean during the medieval period?
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Calicut. Strategic location on India's western coast attracted merchants from across the ocean.
Calicut. Strategic location on India's western coast attracted merchants from across the ocean.
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What was the primary religion spread along the Indian Ocean trade routes?
What was the primary religion spread along the Indian Ocean trade routes?
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Islam. Muslim merchants established communities and converted locals through trade contact.
Islam. Muslim merchants established communities and converted locals through trade contact.
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Identify a major empire that participated in the Indian Ocean trade.
Identify a major empire that participated in the Indian Ocean trade.
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The Ottoman Empire. Controlled key trade routes and ports throughout the eastern Mediterranean and Red Sea.
The Ottoman Empire. Controlled key trade routes and ports throughout the eastern Mediterranean and Red Sea.
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Which Asian country was a significant player in the Indian Ocean trade by the late medieval period?
Which Asian country was a significant player in the Indian Ocean trade by the late medieval period?
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China. Chinese goods like silk and porcelain were highly sought after commodities.
China. Chinese goods like silk and porcelain were highly sought after commodities.
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What role did the Swahili Coast play in the Indian Ocean trade?
What role did the Swahili Coast play in the Indian Ocean trade?
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It acted as a trade intermediary between Africa and Asia. Coastal city-states served as crucial links between African and Asian markets.
It acted as a trade intermediary between Africa and Asia. Coastal city-states served as crucial links between African and Asian markets.
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Which Southeast Asian kingdom was influential in the Indian Ocean trade?
Which Southeast Asian kingdom was influential in the Indian Ocean trade?
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The Srivijaya Empire. Controlled the strategic Strait of Malacca, a vital maritime chokepoint.
The Srivijaya Empire. Controlled the strategic Strait of Malacca, a vital maritime chokepoint.
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What was a common currency used in Indian Ocean trade transactions?
What was a common currency used in Indian Ocean trade transactions?
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Cowrie shells. Small, portable shells served as standardized medium of exchange across cultures.
Cowrie shells. Small, portable shells served as standardized medium of exchange across cultures.
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Name a primary export from India traded across the Indian Ocean.
Name a primary export from India traded across the Indian Ocean.
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Spices. High-value, low-weight commodities perfect for long-distance maritime trade.
Spices. High-value, low-weight commodities perfect for long-distance maritime trade.
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Identify an important Chinese export in the Indian Ocean trade network.
Identify an important Chinese export in the Indian Ocean trade network.
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Silk. Luxury textile highly prized for its quality and cultural significance.
Silk. Luxury textile highly prized for its quality and cultural significance.
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Which region was a major source of slaves for the Indian Ocean trade?
Which region was a major source of slaves for the Indian Ocean trade?
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East Africa. Enslaved people were captured and sold to markets across the Indian Ocean.
East Africa. Enslaved people were captured and sold to markets across the Indian Ocean.
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What impact did the Indian Ocean trade have on technology?
What impact did the Indian Ocean trade have on technology?
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It facilitated the exchange of navigation and shipbuilding technology. Maritime networks spread innovations in shipbuilding and navigation techniques.
It facilitated the exchange of navigation and shipbuilding technology. Maritime networks spread innovations in shipbuilding and navigation techniques.
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Which empire's expansion in the 16th century impacted Indian Ocean trade?
Which empire's expansion in the 16th century impacted Indian Ocean trade?
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The Mughal Empire. Controlled Indian subcontinent ports and influenced trade patterns significantly.
The Mughal Empire. Controlled Indian subcontinent ports and influenced trade patterns significantly.
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Identify a primary import to Africa from Asia in the Indian Ocean trade network.
Identify a primary import to Africa from Asia in the Indian Ocean trade network.
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Porcelain. Chinese ceramics were highly valued for their beauty and durability.
Porcelain. Chinese ceramics were highly valued for their beauty and durability.
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Which city was a significant trading center in the medieval Indian Ocean network?
Which city was a significant trading center in the medieval Indian Ocean network?
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Mogadishu. Swahili city-state served as a major hub for East African trade.
Mogadishu. Swahili city-state served as a major hub for East African trade.
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What was the primary reason for the development of coastal cities in the Indian Ocean?
What was the primary reason for the development of coastal cities in the Indian Ocean?
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Trade and commerce. Ports developed to facilitate the exchange of goods between land and sea.
Trade and commerce. Ports developed to facilitate the exchange of goods between land and sea.
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Which region was known for producing textiles for the Indian Ocean trade?
Which region was known for producing textiles for the Indian Ocean trade?
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India. Indian cotton textiles were prized for their quality and intricate designs.
India. Indian cotton textiles were prized for their quality and intricate designs.
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Name a key commodity traded from the Arabian Peninsula in the Indian Ocean network.
Name a key commodity traded from the Arabian Peninsula in the Indian Ocean network.
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Frankincense. Aromatic resin used in religious ceremonies was highly valued across cultures.
Frankincense. Aromatic resin used in religious ceremonies was highly valued across cultures.
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Which maritime innovation improved long-distance trade in the Indian Ocean?
Which maritime innovation improved long-distance trade in the Indian Ocean?
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The compass. Magnetic compass enabled navigation even when celestial bodies were obscured.
The compass. Magnetic compass enabled navigation even when celestial bodies were obscured.
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Identify a significant cultural change in East Africa due to Indian Ocean trade.
Identify a significant cultural change in East Africa due to Indian Ocean trade.
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The spread of Islam. Muslim traders introduced Islamic practices and beliefs to coastal communities.
The spread of Islam. Muslim traders introduced Islamic practices and beliefs to coastal communities.
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Which empire is credited with establishing the first sea route to the Far East via the Indian Ocean?
Which empire is credited with establishing the first sea route to the Far East via the Indian Ocean?
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The Portuguese Empire. Portuguese rounded the Cape of Good Hope to reach Asian markets directly.
The Portuguese Empire. Portuguese rounded the Cape of Good Hope to reach Asian markets directly.
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What was the primary method for determining direction at sea in the Indian Ocean?
What was the primary method for determining direction at sea in the Indian Ocean?
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Using the stars and celestial navigation. Celestial navigation used star positions to calculate latitude and direction.
Using the stars and celestial navigation. Celestial navigation used star positions to calculate latitude and direction.
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Identify a primary reason for the decline of Indian Ocean trade dominance by the 17th century.
Identify a primary reason for the decline of Indian Ocean trade dominance by the 17th century.
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European colonial expansion. Europeans established direct control over key ports and trade routes.
European colonial expansion. Europeans established direct control over key ports and trade routes.
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What was a significant effect of Indian Ocean trade on local African societies?
What was a significant effect of Indian Ocean trade on local African societies?
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Increased wealth and cultural diversity. Trade brought prosperity and exposed societies to new religions and technologies.
Increased wealth and cultural diversity. Trade brought prosperity and exposed societies to new religions and technologies.
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Identify a key trading post established by the Portuguese in the Indian Ocean.
Identify a key trading post established by the Portuguese in the Indian Ocean.
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Goa. Served as Portugal's administrative center for their Indian Ocean empire.
Goa. Served as Portugal's administrative center for their Indian Ocean empire.
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Which Indian Ocean island was known for its spice production?
Which Indian Ocean island was known for its spice production?
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The Zanzibar Archipelago. Islands off East Africa became major producers of cloves and other spices.
The Zanzibar Archipelago. Islands off East Africa became major producers of cloves and other spices.
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What role did the city of Aden play in the Indian Ocean trade?
What role did the city of Aden play in the Indian Ocean trade?
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It was a major trading port in Yemen. Controlled the entrance to the Red Sea, a crucial trade route.
It was a major trading port in Yemen. Controlled the entrance to the Red Sea, a crucial trade route.
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