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What was a major factor in the slow decline of the Ottoman Empire?
What was a major factor in the slow decline of the Ottoman Empire?
- A lack of skilled military personnel.
- The empire's lack of land.
- The empire's loss of trade.
- A combination of economic issues and weak leadership. (correct)
How did the Ottoman Empire benefit from its location?
How did the Ottoman Empire benefit from its location?
- The empire was able to easily defend against attacks from all sides.
- The empire was able to control all of the major trade routes throughout the world.
- The empire was able to easily grow its military because it had access to resources from around the world.
- Istanbul became a central hub for trade between continents. (correct)
What was the significance of the Ottoman Empire conquering Constantinople?
What was the significance of the Ottoman Empire conquering Constantinople?
- The Ottomans wanted to establish a new capital city that would be a symbol of their power. (correct)
- The Ottomans wanted to control strategic trade routes through the Black Sea.
- The Ottomans wanted to gain access to the Mediterranean Sea.
- The Ottomans wanted to eliminate all traces of the Byzantine Empire.
How did the Ottoman Empire expand its territory?
How did the Ottoman Empire expand its territory?
What was the role of the Janissaries in the Ottoman Empire?
What was the role of the Janissaries in the Ottoman Empire?
Flashcards
Ottoman Empire
Ottoman Empire
A major Islamic empire that replaced the Byzantine Empire and lasted until WWI.
Janissaries
Janissaries
Converted Christians and slave warriors used by Ottomans for expansion.
Constantinople/Istanbul
Constantinople/Istanbul
The city conquered by Ottomans, pivotal for trade between three continents.
Suleiman the Magnificent
Suleiman the Magnificent
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Decline of the Ottoman Empire
Decline of the Ottoman Empire
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Study Notes
The Ottoman Empire
- The Ottoman Empire replaced the Byzantine Empire and lasted until WWI
- Ottomans used Janissaries (converted Christians slave warriors) to expand their empire
- Constantinople was conquered and renamed Istanbul
- The Ottomans did not kill people, but used their abilities
- The empire's main religion was Islam
- Istanbul was an important trade center, located in a central location in Europe, Asia, Africa
- Communities conquered by the Ottomans kept their religions and traditions
- The Ottoman government became wealthy
- The empire slowly declined due to economic problems, weak leaders, loss of land, and lack of control by the government
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Description
Explore the rise and fall of the Ottoman Empire, from its conquest of Constantinople to its role in shaping the regions of Europe, Asia, and Africa. Delve into the unique aspects of Ottoman governance, military tactics, and the cultural diversity within the empire. Understand the factors that contributed to its eventual decline.
