Across
- 1. founded by Siddartha Guatama who meditated until he found freedom from suffering
- 5. nickname for disease that devastated Europe's population in 14th century
- 8. a region or section of the Mongol Empire
- 10. communication network and road system used by Mongol messengers
- 12. trade route that connected East Asia to Mediterranean Sea
- 13. this luxury fabric was usually woven by Chinese women and sold for a high profit
- 14. wars over the Holy Land from 11th-13th centuries
- 15. religion that features multiple gods and caste system
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- 2. Mecca is a key city for followers of this religion
- 3. the oldest monotheistic religion
- 4. rulers of China from approx. 900-1200 CE
- 6. founder of Mongol Empire
- 7. explosive material invented in China then spread by Mongols
- 9. most powerful institution in Europe during Middle Ages
- 11. wealthy ruler of the Mali Empire who made famous trip to Mecca in 14th century