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Who was Ibn Battuta?
A famous traveler whose records spread knowledge worldwide.
Who was Marco Polo?
A famous traveler whose records spread knowledge worldwide.
Who was Zheng He?
A famous Chinese explorer whose voyages spread knowledge worldwide.
Causes and effects of monsoon winds?
Causes: Seasonal changes in wind direction. Effects: Enabled timed voyages, influenced trade routes.
Causes and effects of technological advancements?
Causes: Desire for efficient travel. Effects: Lateen sails, dhow ships, astrolabe; increased trade volume.
Causes and effects of diasporic communities?
Causes: Merchants seeking trade opportunities. Effects: Cultural exchange, spread of languages and religions.
Causes and effects of the rise of city-states?
Causes: Wealth from trade. Effects: Economic growth, political power, cultural centers.
Causes and effects of the Indian Ocean Trade?
Causes: Geography, climate, political systems, tech. Effects: Trade, economic growth, cultural exchange.
Causes and effects of the spread of Islam?
Causes: Trade, travel, cultural exchange. Effects: Cultural influence, new trade networks, political changes.
Causes and effects of the spread of Buddhism?
Causes: Trade, missionary activities. Effects: Cultural influence, religious syncretism, artistic developments.
Causes and effects of Zheng He's voyages?
Causes: Imperial ambition, trade promotion. Effects: Increased Chinese influence, knowledge exchange, diplomatic ties.
Causes and effects of the control of the Strait of Malacca?
Causes: Strategic location for trade. Effects: Wealth accumulation, political power, cultural exchange.
Causes and effects of the demand for spices?
Causes: Culinary preferences, medicinal uses. Effects: Increased trade, economic growth, exploration.
What is a diasporic community?
Communities of merchants setting up in foreign lands, introducing their cultures.
What are lateen sails?
Triangular sails that allow ships to sail against the wind.
What are dhow ships?
Sturdy, reliable vessels perfect for long voyages in the Indian Ocean.
What is an astrolabe?
An instrument used to measure the position of stars, aiding in navigation.
What are monsoon winds?
Seasonal winds in the Indian Ocean that sailors used to time their voyages.
Define cultural exchange.
The exchange of ideas, traditions, and technologies between different cultures.
What is a city-state?
An independent state consisting of a city and its surrounding territory.
What is the Sultanate of Malacca?
A city-state that controlled the crucial strait between the Indian Ocean and East Asia.
Define maritime routes.
Shipping lanes that connect different ports and regions for trade and transportation.
What is meant by technological diffusion?
The spread of technological innovations from one region or culture to another.