Humanities Homework Help

If you have the book world together world apart volume 1 3rd edition, read chapter 6 and answer these two questions.

1. What were some of the similarities and differences between economic and political developments in China, South Asia, and the Mediterranean? Do you see certain traits that contributed to the success/development in those regions? Briefly describe them and explain why you think those traits contributed to the success of some of the emerging kingdoms/states. Your response should be at least 7-8 sentences long.
2. What was the Silk Road? What kinds of materials were people transporting around this large region? Your response should be at least 6-7 sentences long.