The Silk Routes connected Asia and Europe through long-distance trade. What goods did Europe typically send t…

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The Silk Routes connected Asia and Europe through long-distance trade. What goods did Europe typically send to Asia along these routes in exchange for Asian products?

Accepted Answer

## Model Answer Europe sent precious metals — gold and silver — to Asia in exchange for Asian products like silk, pottery, and spices along the Silk Routes. *Source: Chapter 3, Section 1.1 – Silk Routes Link the World* --- ## Explanation The passage directly states: *"In return, precious metals – gold and silver – flowed from Europe to Asia."* Examiners expect you to mention **both gold and silver** specifically. Avoid vague answers like "money" or "valuables." One precise sentence is sufficient for 1 mark.

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