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What was the main reason for the Ottoman Empire's decline?

A series of devastating natural disasters

A rebellion by the Janissaries against the Sultan

Loss of territory, weak leadership and economic problems (correct)

The rise of a powerful new European empire

What made Istanbul a vital center for trade?

Its strategic location between three continents (correct)

The Ottoman Empire's strong naval fleet

Its advanced manufacturing capabilities

The abundance of natural resources in the surrounding area

What distinguishes Suleiman's reign in the Ottoman Empire?

A significant period of peace and prosperity (correct)

The introduction of a new legal system

The expansion of the empire into South America

The development of a powerful new military technology

How did the Ottomans conquer Constantinople?

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What was the Ottoman Empire's policy regarding conquered peoples and their religions?

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Ottoman Empire

A large empire that replaced the Byzantine Empire and lasted until World War I.

Janissaries

Elite slave warriors of the Ottoman Empire, originally converted Christians.

Conquest of Constantinople

The Ottomans took over Constantinople and renamed it Istanbul.

Religious Tolerance

Conquered peoples in the Ottoman Empire could keep their religions and traditions.

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Decline of the Empire

The Ottoman Empire weakened due to economic issues and poor governance.

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The Ottoman Empire

The Ottoman Empire replaced the Byzantine Empire and lasted until World War I.
The Ottomans conquered Constantinople, renaming it Istanbul.
They largely did not kill conquered people but used their skills to benefit the empire.
Istanbul became a significant trade center.
Ottoman communities were diverse, with conquered people maintaining their religions and traditions.
People living within the empire had to follow Ottoman rules, while not having to change their own faiths.
Ottoman rule was characterized by a period of wealth and prosperity, under leaders like Suleiman.
The empire eventually declined, due to economic issues, weak leadership, loss of land, and government inefficiency.

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Explore the rich history of the Ottoman Empire, from its rise after the Byzantine Empire to its impact on trade and culture. Learn about significant events, leaders like Suleiman, and the diverse communities that thrived under Ottoman rule until World War I. Discover the factors that led to the empire's decline.