Question

The article has been titled ‘Silk Road.’ Give reason.

Answer 1

The title of the article has been named on the historic silk road or route. The network connected the Afro-Eurasian landmass. It established trade of Chinese silk, spices, tea and porcelain; Indian textiles, precious stones and pepper; and the Roman Empire's gold, silver, fine glassware, wine, carpets and jewels. The road was named Silk Road largely because of the silk trade with China. In the chapter the author travels to Mount Kailash, exploring the Himalayan belt in Tibet. Since the author explored this region, the chapter is titled as Silk Road.

Answer 2

The article's title references the historic Silk Road, a network that connected the Afro-Eurasian landmass. This route facilitated the trade of Chinese silk, spices, teas, and porcelain; Indian textiles, precious stones, and pepper; and the Roman Empire's gold, silver, fine glassware, wine, carpets, and jewels. The name "Silk Road" primarily comes from the significant silk trade with China. In the chapter, the author journeys to Mount Kailash, exploring the Himalayan region in Tibet. Because the author explored this area, the chapter is titled "Silk Road."