Which of the Following Is a Consequence of Changing Climate

question 51

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a consequence of changing climate conditions in the late eleventh and early twelfth centuries?

• A) Drought forced the Seljuk Turks to migrate out of the steppes and invade Baghdad.
• B) Abundant rains increased crop yield in Egypt.
• C) Global warming permitted the spread of crops such as citrus and sugar,which had originated in China.
• D) Severe weather closed the main trade routes through Central Asia.