Q1. Why was trade important to the development of the Roman Empire?
Q2. How did the fall of Rome and the collapse of the trade networks that its legions protected affect Western Europe?
Q3. How did the Agricultural Revolution of the 11th Century in Europe cause a rebirth of trade?
Q4. Why do historians consider the Crusades a highly significant event in the rebirth of Western Europe?
Q5. Why are the Islamic Empires considered important aides to the spread of new ideas and products?
Q6. Explain why African and American civilizations considered trade an important part of their development.
Q7. In conclusion, summarize in one paragraph of 5-10 sentences the main points of this reading.