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What is the historical significance of the Fall of Constantinople in May of 1453?
What is the historical significance of the Fall of Constantinople in May of 1453?
- It had no significant impact on European history.
- It initiated a period of peace and stability in Europe.
- It marked a turning point in European history, leading to the dominance of the Ottomans. (correct)
- It led to the decline of the Ottomans and the rise of other European powers.
What effect did control of southwestern Europe have on the Ottomans?
What effect did control of southwestern Europe have on the Ottomans?
- It resulted in political instability and loss of power.
- It isolated them from the rest of Europe.
- It led to economic decline and internal conflicts.
- It allowed them to capitalize on maritime trade across the region. (correct)
What role did Prince Henry play in the Age of Discovery?
What role did Prince Henry play in the Age of Discovery?
- He had no involvement in exploration or navigation.
- He discouraged exploration and limited maritime activities.
- He focused on territorial expansion rather than exploration.
- He encouraged exploration across the Mediterranean's southern shore and is regarded as the progenitor of The Age of Discovery. (correct)
What characterized the expeditions and voyages initiated by European powers during the Age of Discovery?
What characterized the expeditions and voyages initiated by European powers during the Age of Discovery?
What did the Age of Discovery eventually turn into?
What did the Age of Discovery eventually turn into?
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