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Which of the following factors contributed to the Ottoman Empire's decline?
Which of the following factors contributed to the Ottoman Empire's decline?
- A strong and centralized government
- Religious persecution of conquered people
- Economic problems and loss of land (correct)
- A reliance on Christian slave warriors (Janissaries)
Why was Constantinople important to the Ottoman Empire?
Why was Constantinople important to the Ottoman Empire?
- It served as a major center for trade (correct)
- It was the capital of the Byzantine Empire
- It was the site of a major religious pilgrimage
- It was the birthplace of Islam
What was the primary role of the Janissaries within the Ottoman Empire?
What was the primary role of the Janissaries within the Ottoman Empire?
- Maintaining order within the empire's cities
- Engaging in military expansion and conquest (correct)
- Serving as religious leaders
- Acting as advisors to the Sultan
What was the primary reason for the Ottoman Empire's expansion?
What was the primary reason for the Ottoman Empire's expansion?
What was the Ottoman Empire's policy regarding conquered people's religions?
What was the Ottoman Empire's policy regarding conquered people's religions?
Flashcards
Janissaries
Janissaries
Converted Christian slave warriors used by the Ottomans to expand their empire.
Conquest of Constantinople
Conquest of Constantinople
The pivotal capture of Constantinople by the Ottomans, later renamed Istanbul.
Istanbul
Istanbul
Formerly Constantinople, became the central hub for Ottoman trade and governance.
Religious Tolerance
Religious Tolerance
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Fall of the Ottoman Empire
Fall of the Ottoman Empire
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Study Notes
The Ottoman Empire
- The Ottoman Empire replaced the Byzantine Empire, expanding significantly.
- It lasted until World War I.
- Ottoman leaders used Janissaries (converted Christian slave warriors) to expand the empire.
- Constantinople was conquered and renamed Istanbul, and the Ottomans didn't execute people.
- Istanbul became an important trade center due to its location.
- The empire encompassed Europe, Asia, and Africa.
- Conquered populations often maintained their religions and traditions.
- The Ottoman government thrived under leaders like Suleiman.
- The empire experienced a gradual decline due to factors including economic issues, weak leadership, land losses, and government control problems.
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