The highest authority was...
the ruler but the altan urugh (extended family) were also powerful
Who were the Keshig?
The imperial army (they consisted of 10,000 constant and capable members that also served commanders, administrators, and governors)
What authority did the Mongol Military have? What role did they play?
They balanced civil and military authority and governed earlier conquests. (In the later years of the empire, they didn't have much authority)
Who were the Daruqachin?
They were representatives from the many towns and districts in the empire
What is the legacy of Genghis Khan?
He is known for being a good but brutal leader that united the Mongols
When did Genghis Khan die? What effects did it have on the empire?
Dying in 1227 he left his empire to his 4 sons (who each got a portion of the conquered land)
Who was Jochi Khan? What land did he receive?
Jochi Khan is Genghis Khan's eldest son and got land far west in russia.
Who was Ogodei Khan?
Being Genghis Khan's middle son, he shared lands in Persia and Central Asia with his middle brother. Ogodei was later elected Great Khan to replace his father.
Who was Chagatai Khan?
He was one of Genghis Khan's middle sons and shared lands with his brother Ogodei in Persia and Central Asia
Who was Tolui Khan?
He was Genghis Khan's youngest son and received land in Mongolia proper and the Mongol realm (in northern China)
Who wass Khubilai Khan? What were the effects of his dynasty?
He was Genghis Khan's grandson and is known for starting the Yuan Dynasty. His new empire caused the 4 sub-empires (each of the sons' empires) to separate
How did the Mongol Empire eventually fall?
In the 14th century, they lost influence on Russia due to the rise of Christian Muscovy and Lithuania. They finally fell to Ivan IV in 1552 and 1556.
When was Marco Polo China? Why was he there?
From 1275 to 1292 Marco Polo was living in China working in the government under the Mongol Yuan dynasty
