"it can be argued that the commercial revolution took place long before the colonization of the 'new world.' during the from the 1000s through the 1200s, europeans were exposed to new commodities - such as spices and fabrics - that inspired them to establish new trade routes to acquire them on a regular basis. the conflict between differing peoples would, in the end, have a stimulating effect on the world economy." 1. what event should go in the blank in this reading? a) crusades b) renaissance c) age of discovery d) mongol invasions 2. during the 13th and 14th centuries, the mongol empire a) ceased to be a significant factor in the eurasian trading network. b) found little use in regulating trade between asia and the mediterranean. c) provided safety and security to the trading network between asia and the mediterranean sea. d) used intimidation, terror, and brutality to effectively stop trade along most o