AP World Historymediummcq1 pt
Kashgar's importance on the Silk Roads stemmed from its
A.position where routes around the Taklamakan desert converged
B.gold mines
C.naval shipyards
D.salt production
Explanation
Core Concept
Kashgar sat at a natural choke point, profiting from nearly all passing trade.
Correct Answer
Aposition where routes around the Taklamakan desert converged
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