Refer to Maps 12

question 94

Essay

Refer to Maps 12.1 and 12.3, and explain how the exploration of Asia worked in both directions, tracing the routes of exploration followed by Marco Polo and Zheng He.

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Definitions:

Marked Up

The process of increasing the price of a product or service from its original cost, often to ensure a profit margin.

Observation

Observation is the active process of carefully watching, noting, and analyzing phenomena or behavior in order to gain information or insights.

Interpret

To explain the meaning of information, words, or actions, often requiring context and understanding of the underlying concepts.

External Factors

Elements outside an organization or system that can affect its performance, including economic conditions, legislation, and social trends.