Why are the writings of William of Rubruck (ca. 1215–ca. 1295) of such importance to modern-day scholars?
a. Mongols did not have a writing system.
b. They contain detailed, accurate descriptions of Mongolian life and provide an example of cultural exchange.
c. Rubruck wrote of his experiences as a lifelong prisoner of the Mongols.
d. All Mongolian histories have been destroyed by Christians and Muslims.
e. Mongolian texts involve only lists and records.
b
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a. the taking of Calcutta from the control of Holland and its allies. b. the defeat of the Nawab and the takeover of Goa from Portugal. c. the conquest of a French/Indian force at Madras and the taking of that port for Britain. d. the defeat of French arms and the seizure of Bengal.
Outside of Judea, the vast majority of Diaspora Jews completely assimilated themselves into Hellenistic society, becoming participating citizens in the various urban activities
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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A) He was highly educated. B) He had very light skin. C) He owned railroad stock. D) He worked for the railroads.
According to Confucianism, gender roles were defined in all of the following ways EXCEPT
a. men were warriors, scholars and ministers. b. women maintained the ritual of veneration of ancestors. c. women could not own property. d. men could have multiple wives. e. women were important in their roles as mothers.