Empires of the Middle East Flashcard

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By the 1400s, which two powerful empires emerged in the Middle East? Options: Roman and Byzantine, Ottoman and Safavid, Mongol and Persian, Greek and Egyptian

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Ottoman and Safavid

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What type of Muslim empire was the Ottoman Empire?

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Sunni

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Which city did the Ottomans conquer that became their capital?

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Constantinople

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What was one of Suleiman's successes? Options: Weakening the government, Strengthening the government, Reducing trade, Isolating the empire

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Strengthening the government

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What was a significant achievement of the Ottoman Empire in terms of trade?

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Controlling all major trade routes between Europe, Africa, and Asia

Front

What was the capital of the Ottoman Empire at its greatest extent in 1683 AD?

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Constantinople

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Which city is located on the northern edge of the Ottoman Empire as shown in the map?

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Vienna

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Which city is located on the western side of the Ottoman Empire as shown in the map?

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Venice

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Which group in Ottoman society included scientists, lawyers, judges, and poets?

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Men of the Pen

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Who were the "Men of the Husbandry" in Ottoman society?

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Herders, farmers, and food producers