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The Economics of Silk in Pre-Colonial Asia
  • 1. What was the primary use of silk in pre-colonial Asia?
A) Food source
B) Textiles and clothing
C) Currency
D) Construction material
  • 2. Which dynasty is most known for advancing silk production techniques?
A) Ming Dynasty
B) Song Dynasty
C) Han Dynasty
D) Tang Dynasty
  • 3. What was a major trade route for silk in Asia?
A) Silk Road
B) Tea Route
C) Spice Route
D) Amber Route
  • 4. Which ancient civilization first developed sericulture?
A) Mesopotamian Civilization
B) Chinese civilization
C) Egyptian Civilization
D) Indus Valley Civilization
  • 5. What was the significance of silk garments in pre-colonial Asian societies?
A) Cultural identity and religious practices
B) Utility rather than symbolism
C) Everyday clothing only
D) Military use only
  • 6. What was a key factor in the economic importance of silk?
A) Durability in wet conditions
B) Simplicity of production
C) Low production cost
D) High value and demand
  • 7. Silk was often used as a symbol of what in Asian cultures?
A) War and conquest
B) Peace and solitude
C) Status and wealth
D) Harmonious living
  • 8. What role did women play in silk production?
A) Typically excluded from the process
B) Only investors in silk trade
C) Managers of trade routes
D) Primary labor force in sericulture
  • 9. Which country was a significant producer of silk in ancient times?
A) Japan
B) China
C) Korea
D) India
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