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What significant event marked the rise of the Ottoman Empire over the Byzantine Empire?
What significant event marked the rise of the Ottoman Empire over the Byzantine Empire?
- The establishment of trade routes to Asia.
- The formation of mixed communities.
- The conquest of Constantinople. (correct)
- The development of a strong military alliance.
Which group played a crucial role in the expansion of the Ottoman Empire?
Which group played a crucial role in the expansion of the Ottoman Empire?
- The Janissaries. (correct)
- The Byzantine military forces.
- The traditional landowners.
- The local merchants in Constantinople.
How did the Ottomans generally treat the populations they conquered?
How did the Ottomans generally treat the populations they conquered?
- They allowed people to maintain their religions and traditions. (correct)
- They imposed strict laws and regulations.
- They forced all subjects to convert to Islam.
- They executed anyone who resisted.
What contributed to the slow decline of the Ottoman Empire?
What contributed to the slow decline of the Ottoman Empire?
Under whose rule did the Ottoman government experience significant wealth and prosperity?
Under whose rule did the Ottoman government experience significant wealth and prosperity?
Flashcards
Ottoman Empire
Ottoman Empire
A large empire that replaced the Byzantine Empire and lasted until WWI.
Janissaries
Janissaries
Converted Christian slave warriors used by Ottomans to expand their empire.
Conquest of Constantinople
Conquest of Constantinople
The event where Ottomans conquered and renamed Constantinople to Istanbul.
Diversity in Ottoman rule
Diversity in Ottoman rule
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Decline of the Ottoman Empire
Decline of the Ottoman Empire
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Study Notes
Ottoman Empire Summary
- The Ottoman Empire replaced the Byzantine Empire, growing to be large and lasting until WWI.
- Ottoman leaders used Janissaries (converted Christian slave warriors) to expand the empire.
- The Ottomans conquered Constantinople, renaming it Istanbul.
- They used the conquered people's abilities rather than killing them.
- Constantinople became an important trade center linking Europe, Asia, and Africa.
Ottoman Rule and Religion
- Conquered people in the Ottoman Empire were often allowed to keep their religions.
- Religious communities in Ottoman territory maintained traditions.
- Islam was the dominant religion, but other faiths were tolerated.
- The Ottoman government flourished under Suleiman, becoming rich.
Ottoman Decline and Economic Problems
- The Ottoman Empire slowly declined due to various factors, including economic problems.
- Loss of land and a weak government contributed to the decline.
- The empire's ability to control and support itself began to weaken.
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