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