What's the name of the ancient network of trade routes that connected Asia with the Middle East and southern Europe?
- A. Trans-Saharan Trade Route
- B. Camino de Santiago
- C. Silk Road
- D. Appalachian Trail
70% of players knew the correct answer: C., Silk Road
Between the 2nd and 18th centuries, the Silk Road was a group of trade routes that stretched across Asia to the Mediterranean Sea. Trade on the Silk Road played a big part in the economic and cultural growth of the ancient cultures of China, Egypt, Mesopotamia, Persia, India, and Rome.
Listen and learn more about today's topic with Murray and Tamika.
Question of the Day: The Silk Road
What happens when you share food, music, culture, and philosophies across continents? In this Flashcast, Murray and Tamika explore the rich history of the so-called Silk Road, which bridged cultures between the East and West.
