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What was the main reason for the Ottoman Empire's decline?
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?
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?
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?
How did the Ottomans conquer Constantinople?
What was the Ottoman Empire's policy regarding conquered peoples and their religions?
What was the Ottoman Empire's policy regarding conquered peoples and their religions?
Flashcards
Ottoman Empire
Ottoman Empire
A large empire that replaced the Byzantine Empire and lasted until World War I.
Janissaries
Janissaries
Elite slave warriors of the Ottoman Empire, originally converted Christians.
Conquest of Constantinople
Conquest of Constantinople
The Ottomans took over Constantinople and renamed it Istanbul.
Religious Tolerance
Religious Tolerance
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Decline of the Empire
Decline of the Empire
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Study Notes
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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