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Lesson 41 of 84 ยท Westward Expansion

Cowboys and Cattle Drives

The Silk Road was a network of trade routes connecting China to the Mediterranean. Merchants carried silk, spices, and ideas across thousands of miles, linking diverse civilizations.

Key Facts

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Primary sources come from the time of the event.

2

Historians use evidence to support claims.

3

Timelines show events in order.

Check Your Understanding

Question 1

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What is a primary source?

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