Answer:The climate and physical geography of North Africa and Southwest Asia have shaped population patterns and culture in the region. People in the region are generally clustered around the region's sparse water resources reflecting ancient patterns of human settlement (see Figure 7.5).
When Marco Polo came to China from Venice, the ruler he met with was Kubilai Khan. Marco Polo was born in the year 1254 and died in the year 1324. He traveled to Asia when the Mongol rule was at its peak. Marco Polo was abroad and traveled for a time of 24 years. I hope the answer helps you.